SmorgShow Theater is proud to present its latest radio play production. This time, we bring you Frank Capra’s classic, “It’s a Wonderful Life” on the 65th anniversary of the original release. We had an absolute blast creating this! We had a cast of dozens out to the SmorgShow studio this past month to lay down their tracks. The main cast includes:
- Chris Bockay – George Bailey
- Ally Bockay – Narrator, The Bailey Kids, Tilly, Mrs. Hatch
- Kim Bockay – Mary Hatch-Bailey
- Geoff Wells – Clarence
- Dave Jackson – Joseph, Burt the Cop, Nick the Bartender, Bridgekeeper
- Jerry Malauskas – Mr. Potter
- Daryl Woltman – Mr. Gower, Uncle Billy
- Chase Woltman – Young George Bailey
- Peet McCain – Harry Bailey
- Baba Gonesh – Ernie the Cab Driver
- Domenico DeFazio – Martini
- Terrylynn DeFazio – Ma Bailey
- Larry Coon – Peter Bailey
- Joe Personality – Sam Wainwright
What an amazing production! It really turned out well, and everyone did such a great job, especially Chris for his terrific George Bailey (I also loved Martini)! My family and I listened to the full production last night, and quite a few times, my Mom actually was moved to tears. It really had everything, and I often found myself laughing out loud, especially at Baba. It really is a wonderful life, and I thanks for allowing me to share in your amazing talent. Have a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year!
Thank you for the really great feedback, Geoff! I appreciate the kind words. One of the things I have come to realize is that I never get to hear the show the same as someone else does. When I am putting it all together, I am working on every little detail one scene at a time. Sure, I do get to hear it all when it is done, but that listening experience can never be the same experience that someone else has listening for the first time. I never know what impact it will have on the audience, so thank you for sharing your listening experience! And thanks for doing such a great Clarence! Happy Landings!