Photo Flash: Little House on the Prairie at Guthrie

As the world premiere production of the new musical Little House on the Prairie continues to break box office records, the Guthrie is pleased to announce that it will extend the production's run by two weeks to meet continued demand from ticket buyers. Originally scheduled to close on October 5, Little House on the Prairie will now play its final performance on Sunday, October 19. Tickets for performances during the two additional weeks are $34 - $65, and go on sale Friday, July 25 at 10 a.m. through the Guthrie Box Office at 612.377.2224, toll-free 877.44.STAGE or online at www.LittleHousetheMusical.com.

Added Performances:
Tuesday, October 7 at 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 8 at 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 9 at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, October 10 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 11 at 1 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, October 12 at 1 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Tuesday, October 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 15 at 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 16 at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, October 17 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 18 at 1 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, October 19 at 1 p.m. & 7 p.m. (final)

An American story sings as this new musical, based on the classic tales penned by Laura Ingalls Wilder, comes to life at the Guthrie under the direction of Francesca Zambello. A fabulous cast, including Broadway veterans Steven Blanchard (Charles 'Pa' Ingalls) and Jenn Gambatese (Mary Ingalls), television star Melissa Gilbert (Caroline 'Ma' Ingalls), newcomer Kara Lindsay (Laura Ingalls) and Guthrie favorite Maeve Moynihan (Carrie Ingalls), join an award-winning creative team, including Tony Award-winning writer Rachel Sheinkin (book), Academy Award-winning film composer Rachel Portman (music) and Donna di Novelli (lyrics), for this world premiere production at the Guthrie.

Though their DeSmet, South Dakota farmstead comes with many new challenges, the Ingalls family perseveres through the hardships of pioneer life to find hope, love and the promise of a new beginning in a land of endless sky and open prairie. As Laura struggles to overcome a lifelong loathing of school and frequent battles with a town rival, her older sister's sudden blindness and a harsh winter blizzard tests the independent spirit of this young pioneer. Forced to grow up quickly, she follows an unexpected calling, becoming a teacher and finding love on the prairie.

Little House on the Prairie begins previews July 26, with opening night set for August 15 and performances continuing through October 19 on the McGuire Proscenium Stage.

For more information and a complete performance schedule, visit www.LittleHousetheMusical.com.

Kevin Massey and Kara Lindsay

Steve Blanchard and Kara Lindsay

Kara Lindsay, Steve Blanchard, Maeve Moynihan, Jenn Gambatese and Melissa Gilbert

Melissa Gilbert

Kara Lindsay and Kevin Massey

Steve Blanchard and Melissa Gilbert

Kara Lindsay, Steve Blanchard, Melissa Gilbert, Jenn Gambatese and Maeve Moynihan

Maeve Moynihan, Melissa Gilbert, Jenn Gambatese, Kara Lindsay and Steve Blanchard

Melissa Gilbert (CarolineIngalls), Kara Lindsay (Laura Ingalls), Jenn Gambatese (Mary Ingalls), Maeve Moynihan (Carrie Ingalls) and Steve Blanchard (Charles Ingalls)

Steve Blanchard (Charles Ingalls), Kara Lindsay (Laura Ingalls), Maeve Moynihan (Carrie Ingalls), Jenn Gambatese (Mary Ingalls) and Melissa Gilbert (Caroline Ingalls)

Caroline Innerbichler (Mary Power), Addi McDaniel (Ida), Sara Jean Ford (Nellie Oleson), Kara Lindsay (Laura Ingalls), Maeve Moynihan (Carrie Ingalls) and Jenn Gambatese (Mary Ingalls)