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It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Show

Presented by Penfold Theatre Company

December 2-December 17, 2011

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On Christmas Eve 1946, members of the WBFR radio station are coming together for a live radio performance of It’s a Wonderful Life. Five actors and one foley artist bring the entire story to life before your eyes. In this imaginative re-incarnation of a cherished holiday tradition, you’ll fall in love with George Bailey and his timeless tale of despair,redemption and hope all over again.

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  • Venue Info

    Friar Tuck's Pantry

    204 E. Main St.
    Round Rock, TX 78664

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  • Admission Info

    Tickets:

    Regular/ $20
    Students & Seniors/ $18
    Opening Night/ $25

    Info Phone: (512) 850-4849

  • Dates & Times

    Dates:
    December 2-December 17, 2011

    Times:
    

    Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays @ 8 p.m.
    Reception after show on opening night

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    • Event Name: It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Show
      "Charming bit of Christmas Nostalgia"
      Review posted by: A Team Member from 1, Dec 06, 2011
      

      If you want a fun, live alternative to the movie we all watch every Christmas, go to Friar Tuck’s pantry in Round Rock. Penfold has put together a fine show with a talented cast that captures the... Expand

      If you want a fun, live alternative to the movie we all watch every Christmas, go to Friar Tuck’s pantry in Round Rock. Penfold has put together a fine show with a talented cast that captures the movie with a wink to the radio shows of yore. Judd Farris strikes a good balance as George – wisely choosing not to mimic Jimmy Stewart but keeping his goofy charm. Alan Blyton delivers a wide range of voices in perfect American accents (he’s from the UK) and Claire Ludwig is spot on in various roles, really capturing the 1940’s spirit. It’s cool to see how the sound effects are created and the commercial intervals were a fun break from the show (although I wished there were more of both). The pace is delivered in a slightly quicker tempo to mimic a live radio show, so emotional moments are not left to linger. However, you will come away feeling the nostalgia, a few tears, and the community spirit that the holiday season invokes. A timeless classic that is still, if not more, relevant today. Collapse

    • Event Name: It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Show
      "It *is* wonderful"
      Review posted by: A Team Member from 1, Dec 05, 2011
      

      Penfold Theatre Company has crafted a delightful staged version of the classic movie "It's a Wonderful Life," presenting it as a live radio drama complete with Foley sound effects and actors... Expand

      Penfold Theatre Company has crafted a delightful staged version of the classic movie "It's a Wonderful Life," presenting it as a live radio drama complete with Foley sound effects and actors speaking into microphones on the set. Since the story is so well-known, this particular production could have easily been flat, but it wasn't. Rather, the director and the actors bring the characters and story to life with vibrancy and energy. Judd Farris portrays George Bailey with grace, and Eden Blattner is remarkably nuanced in her portrayal of Mary Hatch. The supporting cast is similarly strong, particularly the Texas radio veteran David Jarrott. Friar Tuck's Pantry in Round Rock is an unlikely, but ultimately ideal location for this production, with its cozy small- town feel; yet, there's ample enough room for the actors to set up. The costumes I was also very impressed with, as all the actors were very convincing in their 1940s attire. Collapse

    • Event Name: It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Show
      "A Great bit of Christmas Spirit"
      Review posted by: andrewcobbs from 1, Dec 05, 2011
      

      If you want to have the feel of small town America for seeing a Christmas classic like It's a Wonderful Life...a Live Radio Play's setting of downtown Round Rock inside the Friar Tuck's Pantry is the... Expand

      If you want to have the feel of small town America for seeing a Christmas classic like It's a Wonderful Life...a Live Radio Play's setting of downtown Round Rock inside the Friar Tuck's Pantry is the way to go. They don't have any coffee during show but that is the only disappointment. I imagine most people have heard or seen the film version with Jimmy Stewart and many other fine cast. This cast which provides the sound effects and for many a multitude of changing characters is truly special to see. One of the actresses, Claire Ludwig will have the facial and sound expression of Violet (the town flirt) and then change straight being the mother of the main character George or one of his daughters. It is truly priceless. Judd Farris is such a good match for George. His strong sense of character and excellent acting has always been fun to watch and you find yourself easily rooting for him. Eden plays a good Mary, George's love and eventual wife. David Jarrott and Alan Blyton also shine. Collapse

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    • Event Name: It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Show
      "Charming bit of Christmas Nostalgia"
      Review posted by: A Team Member from 1, Dec 06, 2011
      

      If you want a fun, live alternative to the movie we all watch every Christmas, go to Friar Tuck’s pantry in Round Rock. Penfold has put together a fine show with a talented cast that captures the... Expand

      If you want a fun, live alternative to the movie we all watch every Christmas, go to Friar Tuck’s pantry in Round Rock. Penfold has put together a fine show with a talented cast that captures the movie with a wink to the radio shows of yore. Judd Farris strikes a good balance as George – wisely choosing not to mimic Jimmy Stewart but keeping his goofy charm. Alan Blyton delivers a wide range of voices in perfect American accents (he’s from the UK) and Claire Ludwig is spot on in various roles, really capturing the 1940’s spirit. It’s cool to see how the sound effects are created and the commercial intervals were a fun break from the show (although I wished there were more of both). The pace is delivered in a slightly quicker tempo to mimic a live radio show, so emotional moments are not left to linger. However, you will come away feeling the nostalgia, a few tears, and the community spirit that the holiday season invokes. A timeless classic that is still, if not more, relevant today. Collapse

    • Event Name: It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Show
      "It *is* wonderful"
      Review posted by: A Team Member from 1, Dec 05, 2011
      

      Penfold Theatre Company has crafted a delightful staged version of the classic movie "It's a Wonderful Life," presenting it as a live radio drama complete with Foley sound effects and actors... Expand

      Penfold Theatre Company has crafted a delightful staged version of the classic movie "It's a Wonderful Life," presenting it as a live radio drama complete with Foley sound effects and actors speaking into microphones on the set. Since the story is so well-known, this particular production could have easily been flat, but it wasn't. Rather, the director and the actors bring the characters and story to life with vibrancy and energy. Judd Farris portrays George Bailey with grace, and Eden Blattner is remarkably nuanced in her portrayal of Mary Hatch. The supporting cast is similarly strong, particularly the Texas radio veteran David Jarrott. Friar Tuck's Pantry in Round Rock is an unlikely, but ultimately ideal location for this production, with its cozy small- town feel; yet, there's ample enough room for the actors to set up. The costumes I was also very impressed with, as all the actors were very convincing in their 1940s attire. Collapse

    • Event Name: It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Show
      "A Great bit of Christmas Spirit"
      Review posted by: andrewcobbs from 1, Dec 05, 2011
      

      If you want to have the feel of small town America for seeing a Christmas classic like It's a Wonderful Life...a Live Radio Play's setting of downtown Round Rock inside the Friar Tuck's Pantry is the... Expand

      If you want to have the feel of small town America for seeing a Christmas classic like It's a Wonderful Life...a Live Radio Play's setting of downtown Round Rock inside the Friar Tuck's Pantry is the way to go. They don't have any coffee during show but that is the only disappointment. I imagine most people have heard or seen the film version with Jimmy Stewart and many other fine cast. This cast which provides the sound effects and for many a multitude of changing characters is truly special to see. One of the actresses, Claire Ludwig will have the facial and sound expression of Violet (the town flirt) and then change straight being the mother of the main character George or one of his daughters. It is truly priceless. Judd Farris is such a good match for George. His strong sense of character and excellent acting has always been fun to watch and you find yourself easily rooting for him. Eden plays a good Mary, George's love and eventual wife. David Jarrott and Alan Blyton also shine. Collapse

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