It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play

Public domain, adapted by Jay Rath

Directed by Patrick Hagen

Imagine it's 1947 and Spring Green, Wisconsin has its own radio theater company broadcasting live from the Gard. This radio play set in the age of Art Deco tells the story of George Bailey and Bedford Falls with a swing band, sound effects, and 35, yes, 35 wonderful voiced parts. Actors play their roles with script in hand, just like they did back in the day.

Produced by River Valley Players at Gard Theater, 111 E. Jefferson St., Spring Green

Performances: December 5-8, 2024

Performance Times:
Thursday, December 5, 7 p.m.; Saturday, December 7, 7 p.m.; and Sunday, December 8, 1 p.m. and 6 p.m.

Ticket Prices: Adults $10, children $5

Call 608-459-8030 for reservations or more information.

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Auditions

Auditions will be held on the following days:

9/29/2024
9/30/2024

Auditions will take place from 6-8 p.m. at the Spring Green Community Library, 230 East Monroe Street, Spring Green, WI 53588. Actors will read from script and sing a few bars. No preparation is necessary. The script www.genericradio.com/show/74ff8ed504f22db3 is from the Lux Radio Theater (1947) and adapted by Jay Rath. For more information contact Patrick Hagen at hagenp2@gmail.com