The Victory Gardens Biograph Theater (Chicago, IL)
American Blues Theater presents a live radio-style performance of Frank Capra's holiday masterpiece on stage at the Biograph Theater. Complete with live sound effects and an original score, It's a Wonderful Life recreates a 1940s-era radio broadcast of this heartwarming tale of troubled George Bailey's Christmas Eve journey through his life history.
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The last date listed for It's a Wonderful Life: Live at The Biograph was Sunday December 27, 2009 / 2:30pm. (view all dates)
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I love the Biograph and when I had the opportunity to see "It's a Wonderful Life" there I could not pass it up. The acting was splendid and the set well done to remind us of the time period of the story. This was a "preview" but you would never know it. This cast brought this classic story to life. I thoroughly enjoyed the show and recommend it to everyone. I'll be seeing it again before Christmas.
I saw both this and the American Theater Company's productions the same night - glad I did! They were both excellent. The high point of this production for me was the carol singing. The audience was very enthusiastic and it really got us into the mood! The photo is of me with Andrew Carter, who was also in the Jeff-winning production of "The History Boys" at the TimeLine.
We were looking for a nice holiday show to attend this season. We went to "It's a Wonderful Life" "live" radio show and really enjoyed it! Highly recommended
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In September 2006, Victory Gardens Theater opened a 299-seat mainstage at the landmark Biograph Theater, a site known for its complex and storied history. The Chicago Tribune called the renovated space "beautiful…gorgeously restored!"
The theater features roomy, comfortable seats with ample legroom, incredible acoustical design, fantastic sightlines, and the world of the stage at your fingertips
Website: http://victorygardens.org/content/node/1634
American Blues Theater
Directed by Marty Higginbotham
The original director and ensemble that brought you this Chicago holiday tradition since 2004, bring a fresh adaptation of Frank Capra’s masterpiece to the Victory Gardens Biograph Studio. Come join the American Blues family as we take you back to a 1940s radio broadcast of It’s a Wonderful Life, with live Foley sound effects, an original score, and a stellar cast of seven that bring the entire town of Bedford Falls to life. From the moment you walk through the doors, you will be transported back to the Golden Age of Radio, and experience the story of George Bailey like never before. Whether you’ve seen the show every year, or this is your first time, don’t miss our 2009 production at Victory Gardens Biograph Theater.
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