IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE Returns to Irish Rep for the Holidays Tonight

By: Nov. 29, 2017

It's a Wonderful Life

Irish Repertory Theatre presents IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE, adapted by Anthony Palermo (Scrooge & Marley). Directed by Charlotte Moore (The Home Place), IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE begins performances tonight, November 29, 2017 at Irish Rep Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) on the W. Scott McLucas Studio Stage, with an opening night set for December 3, 2017, and will run through December 31, 2017.

Christmas Eve, 1946... George Bailey, the nicest guy in town is in a terrible predicament. We find him perched precariously on a bridge, on the verge of suicide. Enter Clarence, George's guardian angel, who has not yet earned his wings. Clarence shows George what Bedford Falls would be if George had never been born! This beloved holiday-season drama is brought vividly to life in a stage adaptation of Frank Capra's classic film of sacrifice and redemption in small-town America. Set in a radio station in the 1940s, with a live sound FX artist, this poignant drama features six actors portraying 25 unforgettable characters. P.S. - Clarence wins his wings.

Irish Rep previously staged IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE in a 2012 production, directed by Moore. The production was revived, by popular demand, for the 2013 holiday season.

The cast for IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE will feature Haley Bond (Fiddler on the Roof) as "Mary Bailey," Dewey Caddell (Finian's Rainbow) as "Ensemble," Orlagh Cassidy (The Ruins of Civilization) as "Ensemble," Rory Duffy ("Blue Bloods") as "Live Sound Engineer/Ensemble," Aaron Gaines (The Show Off) as "George Bailey," and Ian Holcomb ("CoExisting") as "Ensemble."

The production will feature set design by James Morgan (Desperate Measures), costume design by Barbara Bell (You Can Never Tell), lighting design by Brian Nason (The Emperor Jones), sound design by Zach Williamson (New Girl in Town), and live sound effects by Rory Duffy. April Kline (Off the Meter, On the Record) will serve as production stage manager.

IRISH REPERTORY THEATRE, co-founded by Producing Director Ciarán O'Reilly and Artistic Director Charlotte Moore, opened its doors in September 1988 with Sean O'Casey's The Plough and the Stars. The Irish Rep is currently the only year-round theatre company in New York City devoted to bringing Irish and Irish American works to the stage. Recognized with the Jujamcyn Theatres Award, a special Drama Desk Award for "Excellence in Presenting Distinguished Irish Drama," an Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Achievement, and the Lucille Lortel Award for "Outstanding Body of Work," the Irish Rep has celebrated the very best in Irish theatre for over twenty-five years, from the masters to the new generation of Irish and Irish American writers who are transforming the stage. Nearly 38,000 audience members annually attend productions at our theatre located in the heart of New York's Off Broadway community. Once here, they witness the Irish Rep's engaging perspective on the Irish and their unique contributions to the world of drama.



RELATED STORIES

1
Company XIV to Present Halloween Party DANCE WITH THE DEVIL Photo
Company XIV to Present Halloween Party DANCE WITH THE DEVIL

Get ready to dance the night away at COMPANY XIV's 'Dance with the Devil' Halloween party. Don't miss out on this unique celebration that combines art, music, and entertainment. Reserve your spot now for a night you won't soon forget.

2
World Premiere of JOB Extends Through Mid-October at SoHo Playhouse Photo
World Premiere of JOB Extends Through Mid-October at SoHo Playhouse

JOB, the world premiere of a new play by Max Wolf Friedlich, starring Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon has extended its critically acclaimed run.

3
PUFFS Off-Broadway Production and Filmed Version Recoups Investment and Production Costs Photo
PUFFS Off-Broadway Production and Filmed Version Recoups Investment and Production Costs

PUFFS, the hit Off-Broadway show and its filmed live performance, have successfully recouped their investment and production costs. Read more about how this comedic play has achieved financial success on and off the stage.

4
Linedy Genao, Joshua Bergasse and More to Celebrate 10th Anniversary of New York Theatre B Photo
Linedy Genao, Joshua Bergasse and More to Celebrate 10th Anniversary of New York Theatre Barn's Choreography Lab

Join Linedy Genao, Joshua Bergasse, and other acclaimed artists as they mark the 10th anniversary of New York Theatre Barn’s Choreography Lab. Get ready for a star-studded evening of celebration and creativity.

More Hot Stories For You

Videos


#repshow# in #getregions.name[i]# Alice in Wonderland
The Players Theatre (9/30-11/05)
VIEW ALL SHOWS  ADD A SHOW  

Recommended For You