It's A Wonderful Life (live radio play)
by Penfold Theatre Company

Jul. 27 - Jul. 28

Penfold Theatre co-founder Nathan Jerkins has readapted his popular "It's a Wonderful Life Classic Radiocast" into a fully staged production for five actors. We will join Clarence the Angel in getting to know George Bailey, a small-town dreamer from Bedford Falls. After a lifetime of sacrificing personal ambition for the good of his neighbors, a devious plot by the miserly Mr. Potter pushes George to the brink of despair. Now it's up to Clarence to remind George what it means to have a "wonderful life" - before he throws it all away.

This imaginative take on a beloved holiday favorite honors our tradition of holiday radiocasts while ushering in an exciting new chapter for Penfold in our new theatre. Brimming with Christmas warmth, this tale of despair, redemption, and hope is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season with friends and family.

Auditions for "It's a Wonderful Life" will be July 27-28, 2024, and we'd love to see you there! The show runs December 13-28, 2024 at our new theatre in Round Rock. Keep reading or tap the button below for more details!
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It's a Wonderful Life, adapted by Nathan Jerkins

Directed by Ryan Crowder
 

About the Schedule

Rehearsals will begin in early November and will be scheduled around actors' availability. Performances will run December 13-28 on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2:00pm. Performances will be at Penfold Theatre's new performance venue at 2120 North Mays Street #290, Round Rock, TX 78664.
 

About the Roles

ACTOR #1. George Bailey (This role has been cast.)

ACTOR #2. Mary Bailey, Dr. Campbell, Harriet, Bridgekeeper, Pinky

ACTOR #3. Joseph, Gower, Ernie, Pop, Uncle Billy, Mr. Potter, Pete, Mr. Welch

ACTOR #4. Clarence, Harry, Bert, Sam, Martini, Tommy

ACTOR #5. Violet, Aunt Tilly, Ruth, Ma Bailey, Mrs. Hatch, Zuzu, Examiner, Nic

This is a non-Actors Equity production with a stipend of $700. We encourage actors of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ages, and abilities to audition.
 

About Auditions

For the first round of auditions, you have the option to audition in person or virtually. Please see instructions below. For callbacks, please plan to join us in person.

 

First-Round Auditions - In Person July 27 & 28, 2024

Please complete the audition form. Please contact us at info@penfoldtheatre.org or (512) 850-4849 if you need any assistance.

In-person auditions will be held in Round Rock on the weekend of July 27-28. Please choose a role and prepare these sides from the play. You will receive an email with your exact audition time and location. Please arrive early so we can make best use of everyone's time.

 

First-Round Auditions - Virtual

Please choose a role, prepare these sides from the play, and record yourself performing them. Then complete an audition form and upload your video by Sunday, July 28. We will review video auditions on Monday, July 29. Please contact us at info@penfoldtheatre.org or (512) 850-4849 if you need any assistance.

 

Callbacks - In Person

Callbacks will be held in person on the weekend of August 3-4. More information will be sent directly to those invited to callbacks.
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This project is funded in part by the City of Round Rock.
 

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