The Snow Queen
When
Approximate running time: 2 hours and 15 minutes
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Event Notes
By Ron Nicol Based on the story by Hans Christian Andersen Skillfully adapted from the famous original story by Hans Christian Andersen, this is the story of Gerda, a little girl who searches for her friend Kai when he is bewitched and imprisoned by the Snow Queen in her ice palace. Gerda's innocence charms all good people and animals she meets on the way. They help her to the royal court, and on to Lapland, where good conquers evil and the children are reunited. Time period: Once upon a time Settings of play: Denmark, the Enchantress's garden, a palace exterior, a forest, Lapland, Finland, and the Snow Queen's ice palace. Run-time: 2 hours, plus intermission. Type of Play: Fantasy Adventure Suggested rating: PG – recommended for grades 2nd & up, but all audiences may enjoy.