Northlight Presents DADDY LONG LEGS, 9/16-10/24

Northlight Theatre opens its 2010-2011 Season with Daddy Long Legs by John Caird and Paul Gordon, based on the novel by Jean Webster. The production, directed by John Caird, runs September 16 - October 24, 2010 at Northlight Theatre, 9501 Skokie Blvd in Skokie.

This charming musical love story from the Tony and Olivier Award-winning director of Les Miserables and the creators of Jane Eyre is presented in association with Rubicon Theatre Company, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, TheatreWorks, David Elzer and Michael Jackowitz.

Jerusha Abbott's prayers seem answered when the generosity of an anonymous gentleman allows her to move from orphanage to university. Through her grateful letters, Jerusha shares her life with her mysterious benefactor as she grows into an intelligent, independent New American Woman and discovers a budding romance with a wealthy young suitor. Yet there is one startling fact that Jerusha has yet to uncover-one that will change her life forever.

For tickets ($35 - $45), please contact the Box Office at 9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL by calling 847.673.6300 or visiting www.northlight.org.

In its 35-year history, the organization has mounted over 160 productions, including over 33 world premieres, and garnered 147 Joseph Jefferson Award nominations and 27 Awards. Northlight Theatre aspires to promote change of perspective and encourage compassion by exploring the depth of our humanity across a bold spectrum of theatrical experiences, reflecting our community to the world and the world to our community.