(September 10, 2009 - October 10, 2009) Her novel, Little House on the Praire, the Musical," was adapted to the stage by Francesca Zambello (director), book by Rachel Sheinkin, original score by Rachel Portman, lyrics by Donna Di Novelli in the crew. Melissa Gilbert played "Ma" in the production at the Paper Mill Playhouse in Millburn, New Jersey.