Audition Notice – It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play

Directed By Russell Malang

Newport Theatre Arts Center is excited to announce auditions for It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play by Joe Landry. This beloved holiday story is brought to life as a 1940s radio broadcast, with actors portraying multiple roles and performing live sound effects on stage.

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Audition Dates: [September 22 and 23 - 7:00 – 10:00 pm.  

Callbacks September 24 - 7:00 pm
Location: [Newport Thetare Arts Center, 2501 Cliff Drive, Newport, CA
Performances: November 13 – December 7, 2025

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About the Show:
George Bailey, a compassionate but troubled man, believes the world would be better without him—until his guardian angel, Clarence, shows him the profound impact he has made on his community. This unique version captures the magic of the film while celebrating the golden age of radio.

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All Roles Available (flexible casting, 5-8 performers):

Casting actors of all abilities, genders and ethnicities for the following roles.

Freddie Filmore, age 30s–60s. An actor who works for the radio station. He is the Announcer who also plays other characters.

Jake Laurents, age 20s–30s. Plays George Bailey and young George.

Sally Applewhite, age 20s–30s. Plays Mary Hatch and young Mary.

Lana Sherwood, age 40s–60s. Plays Violet, young Violet and others.

Harry “Jazzbo” Heywood, age 30s–50s. Plays Clarence Oddbody and other characters.
Stage Manager: of any gender and age 18+.
One Foley artist (sound effects creator/performer) of any gender and age 18+.

 

Audition Information:

• No preparation required—auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.

• Actors should be prepared to demonstrate vocal versatility and enthusiasm for playing multiple characters.
  ** NOTE: Performers of all ages, ethnic, racial, sexual and gender identities and background are encouraged and welcomed.
  
  Interested?
  visit NTACTickets.com for more information.

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