Running Time: Approximately 30-40 minutes

Cast: 15-30+ actors possible (suggested cast size: 3F, 2M, 10+ any)

In the fading hours of a cold and snowy New Year’s Eve, Annika, a poor match girl, is desperately trying to sell enough matches to bring home money and avoid punishment from her ill-tempered father. But with none of the matches sold and darkness closing in around her, Annika finds herself striking the matches to keep herself warm…and in doing so illuminates the wishes buried deep in her heart, which come to life before her very eyes. This magical tale is filled with warmth and beauty while also shedding much needed light on the invisibility of the poorest of those among us