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“At TampaRep, we are always encouraging audiences to “Come Together”, and nothing embodies that ideal better than Frank Capra’s classic story of the community that comes together to remind one man that he really does have A Wonderful Life.”
It’s a Wonderful Life:
A Live Radio Play
by Joe Landry
directed by Jim Sorensen
Presented at the Shimberg Playhouse
Straz Center for the Performing Arts
1010 N Macinnes Pl, Tampa, FL 33603
preview December 5
OPENING NIGHT CELEBRATION December 6
December 5-22, 2024
Season Sponsors:
The Gobioff Foundation
Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners
Ticketing Sponsor:
Russell Buchan
Opening Night Sponsors:
Andrea Graham & Geoff Simon
Ring in the holidays with a heartwarming twist! Frank Capra’s classic film, “It’s a Wonderful Life” leaps to the stage as a live 1940s radio play. Join us for a nostalgic evening as some of Tampa Bay’s top actors bring the story of George Bailey to life, complete with sound effects and festive cheer. This beloved tale reminds us that no one is a failure who has friends, and that the true meaning of Christmas is richer than any fortune.
“One of the best holiday shows around. This is a fresh and inventive way of reconnecting with a classic story of love and redemption.”
—Chicago Sun-Times
“A well-loved tale told with style, charm and a heart so big it could burst the ribcage of the harshest Grinch…A fresh theatrical context that creates just the right kind of retro warmth. If you cry every time you see the movie, you’ll be blubbering away right on cue…Guaranteed.”
—Kerry Reid, The Chicago Tribune
“Frank Capra’s It’s a Wonderful Life is a classic that’ll never to be surpassed by any remake. But what this play has to sacrifice, it makes up for with its original twist, its clever use of props, entertaining voices and a love story that you want to witness over and over again.”
—Fairfield County Weekly
“I have seen the radio show performed many times and this was the best one I have ever seen… they often leave out the petal scene. You have found the true magic from this story…”
—Karolyn Grimes a.k.a. Zuzu
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Location
Straz Center for the Performing Arts
Shimberg Playhouse
1010 N. Macinnes Pl., Tampa, FL 33602
Dates & Times
December 5-22, 2024
Thu / Fri / Sat evenings – 7:30pm
Sat matinees – TBD
Sun matinees – TBD
Seating begins 30 minutes prior to showtime.
Approximate running time is 90 minutes with one 15-minute intermission.
ACCESSIBILITY
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parking
There is plenty of parking all around the Straz Center. MORE INFORMATION is available here.