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Christmas Films Adapted For the Stage

Whether you're into a more serious story like It's a Wonderful Life or A Christmas Carol, or something more silly and fun like Elf or How the Grinch Stole Christmas, there is a Christmas movie-turned-musical for everyone who celebrates!
IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE THE MUSICAL Announced At The Shawnee Playhouse

The Shawnee Playhouse in Shawnee on Delaware, PA, announced its winter production of IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE, THE MUSICAL, running from November 23 to December 22, 2024, featuring local veteran talent.
Mercury Theatre Reveals Full Cohort For Mercury Creatives

The Mercury Theatre in Colchester has announced the full cohort for their acclaimed Mercury Producers and Mercury Directors Development Programmes and their Mercury Playwrights Development Programme, which this year is in association with Paines Plough’s Tour The Writer.
Photos: First Look at The Gamm Theatre's IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY

The Gamm Theatre is currently presenting It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play adapted by Joe Landry from the screenplay by Frances Goodrich, Albert Hackett, Frank Capra, and Jo Swerling, now through December 24. Check out production photos here!
Vanguard University's Department Of Theatre Arts to Presents IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: THE LIVE RADIO PLAY

Vanguard University's Department of Theatre Arts presents It's a Wonderful Life: The Live Radio Play, a heartwarming Christmas classic reimagined as a 1940s radio show. Directed by Preston Butler III, this production brings the story to life in a brand-new way. Don't miss this inspiring and magical Christmas experience.
IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAYA Magical Mix Of Theater And Radio On Stage At The Gamm

Experience the heartwarming holiday classic, IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE, at The Gamm Theatre. Don't miss this timeless story of love and redemption.
Review: Matt McGee in American Stage's WONDERFUL LIFE

A perfect cup of Christmas cheer, thanks to one of our area's most essential artists!
Review: Heartwarming Sentiment and Exceptional Performances Prove IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE at Toby's Dinner Theater

Toby's consistently delivers showmanship, production quality and customer service. This show is no exception. The show feels inclusive and accessible even to those whose holiday traditions differ from the ones celebrated by the Bailey family. Bring your family to meet the Baileys this holiday season- the Toby's family will make you glad you did.
Photos: First look at Ohio University Lancaster Theatre Department's IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY

Ohio University Lancaster Theatre, The Lancaster Playhouse, and Garret Players presents 'It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play.' Adapted by Joe Landry, Music by Kevin Connors. PLOT: This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his life one fateful Christmas Eve. It's a Wonderful Life is based on the story, 'The Greatest Gift' by Philip Van Doren Stern, Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. TICKETS, $10. https://commerce.cashnet.com/oul-theatre
The ENO Presents The UK Premiere & Operatic Adaptation of IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE

This November, opening the festive season at the London Coliseum, the English National Opera (ENO) presents the highly anticipated UK premiere of It's a Wonderful Life. Composed by Jake Heggie in 2016 with the libretto by Gene Scheer, this is an operatic adaptation of the 1946 Frank Capra Christmas classic film, sung in English.
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For the Regional Premiere of KINKY BOOTS

The New Wolsey Theatre Ipswich and Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch have released rehearsal photos for the first UK revival and regional premiere of the Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical Kinky Boots.
Cast & Creatives Announced for KINKY BOOTS - First UK Revival & Regional Premiere

The New Wolsey Theatre Ipswich and Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch have announced the full cast and creative team for the first UK revival and regional premiere of the Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical Kinky Boots.
BWW Review: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Offers a Gorgeous New Take on the Holiday Classic

BroadwayWorld reviews TheatreWorks Silicon Valley's gorgeous new production of 'It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play' running thru December 26th at the Lucie Stern Theatre, with streaming available thru Jan 2nd.
Photos: First Look At VPCT's IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE

The Victoria Players Children’s Theater will return to the stage with their production of It’s a Wonderful Life this weekend, December 17-19, 2021. Featuring a cast of thirty-five actors ranging in ages from 5-16, the play adapted by Doug Rand is the classic retelling of the beloved Christmas story.
BWW Review: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at Lucie Stern Theatre

It might be hard to find someone unfamiliar with Frank Capra's 1946 versions of A Christmas Carol, Christmas family fantasy that populates every best film poll. It appealed to post WWII audiences with its themes of family, loss and second chances and has remained a popular holiday favorite ever since.
BWW Review: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at Lucie Stern Theatre

It might be hard to find someone unfamiliar with Frank Capra's 1946 versions of A Christmas Carol, Christmas family fantasy that populates every best film poll. It appealed to post WWII audiences with its themes of family, loss and second chances and has remained a popular holiday favorite ever since. TheatreWorks returns to live performances at the Lucie Stern Theatre with a totally enjoyable, wonderfully crafted radio play featuring five outstanding performances covering dozens of roles.
BWW Review: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at Gamm Theatre

IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY.....a perfect time for a perfect holiday performance
Tidewater Players to Present A WONDERFUL LIFE, A Musical Adaptation Of The Film

Fresh from the success of their critically acclaimed run of SPONGEBOB THE MUSICAL, Tidewater Players is ringing in the holiday season with a fresh take on the beloved Frank Capra film classic 'It's A Wonderful Life'.
Act II Playhouse Announces 2020-2021 Season

Act II Playhouse in Ambler, PA announces its 2020-2021 season.
BWW Review: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE Brings Sweet Nostalgia to Portland Stage

In remounting playwright Joe Landry's live radio play version of the beloved classic IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE, Portland Stage serves up a family friendly show filled with all the sweetness and nostalgia that make the holidays memorable. The production, directed and designed by Anita Stewart, tells the tale of George Bailey with warmth and humor, underscoring effectively the messages of kindness, gratitude, and integrity without ever becoming saccharine.

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