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THE 1940s RADIO SHOW — Cast members have rehearsed their lines and are ready for this weekend’s shows, “It’s a Wonderful Life.” Get your ticket early for a discounted price of $8 or $10 at the door. Tickets can be purchased at York’s Book Store and the Cigaret Shoppe in Houlton, T & S Market in Hodgdon, or the Lake Road Market in New Limerick. Cast members are, from left, Michelle Green, Sara Lovejoy, Pam Cherneskey, David Bates, Jeff Lovejoy and Christian Putnam.
‘Our Town’ players to fall back in time
Frank Capra’s beloved American classic, “It’s a Wonderful Life,” comes to the stage in this fresh and inventive adaptation as a 1940s radio play performed before a studio audience.
With the help of a talented ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to life and with the creative use of live sound effects and an original score, the heartwarming story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his life one fateful Christmas Eve. The heartwarming story of good will and cheer in the face of adversity has just as much power today to move audiences as it did 60 years ago. For older citizens who remember radio drama, this performance evokes pleasant memories. 
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THE CAST — You won’t want to miss this exciting play, “It’s a Wonderful Life” performed at the Houlton High School Auditorium beginning at 2:30 p.m. Saturday afternoon, followed by a 7 p.m. show and again on Sunday with two more shows at the same times. This year’s cast includes, from left, Sarah Lovejoy, David Bates, Jeff Lovejoy, Chelsee Green, Eldon Bennett, Ros Morgan, Michelle and Josh Green, Pam Chernesky and Christian Putnam.
For younger folks, the performance gives a compelling look at a time gone by. The play is performed by the Our Town Players, the ensemble that brought you last year’s Bicentennial production of “Our Town.”
Audience members are invited to join the cast in conversation about the play and the rehearsal process after both matinees during the “Talk Back” sessions. The show, adapted for the stage by Joe Landry, is directed by Suzanne Costallos.
WHERE: Houlton High School Auditorium
WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 20, 2:30 p.m. and 7p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 21, 2:30 p.m. and 7p.m.
TICKETS: Now on sale at York’s Book Store, Lake Road Market in New Limerick, T&S Market in Hodgdon and The Cigarette Shop in Houlton. Tickets are $8 in advance or $10 at the door.
