Improv Playhouse Radio presents 'It's A Wonderful Life'
Submitted by Improv Playhouse
The Improv Playhouse Radio Players, of the Libertyville-based theater company, is performing the live staged radio drama "It's A Wonderful Life" for a two-weekend run in Libertyville.
George Bailey spends his entire life giving up his big dreams for the good of his town. His guardian angel, Clarence, falls to Earth, literally, and shows him how his town, family, and friends would turn out if he had never been born.
"This is a story of redemption, where the lead character finds he's at the end of all hope, only to be presented with a new vision on how his life has affected so many," said David Stuart, Improv Playhouse executive producer, who is directing and starring in the role of George Bailey.
This is the fifth year for this holiday tradition.
The cast features successful actors, including veteran character actor Egon Schein from Libertyville as Clarence/Potter, Lake Zurich resident Mia Hirschel and Hannah Boutilier of Libertyville as Mary, and SAG-AFTRA actor and Hainesville resident George Elliott as Superintendent Angel.
Additional cast members include actor David Cocks of Libertyville, Adam Mizner of Chicago and Thomas Reeves of Waukegan. Youth actors play the child roles.
"This is a production that will delight all members of every family, from young to old. It emphasizes the joy of the Christmas holiday in a little over an hour," Stuart said.
There will be seven performances: 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 19; 2 and 8 p.m. Saturdays, Dec. 13 and 20; and 2 p.m. Sundays, Dec. 14 and 21. The production is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes long. The I.P. Theater is at 735 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville.
Inquire about special dinner package with Trattoria Pomigliano and other local restaurants.
Advance tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, and $10 for students and military. Tickets at the door are $25/$20/$15. Recommended for ages 7 and older.
To order tickets, call (847) 968.4529 or purchase online at www.improvplayhouse.com.
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