W. Scott McLucas Studio Theatre

Performance Schedule:
Wed at 3pm & 8pm | Thu at 7pm | Fri at 8pm | Sat at 3pm & 8pm | Sun at 3pm

Approx. Running Time: 1 hour, no intermission

What the Critics Have to Say...

“This feather-light show is A SMALL TRIUMPH.  ...amusing parodies of 1940s commercials and an agreeable bonhomie among the cast, enabl[e] this production, like the angel Clarence, to earn its wings.” — NY Times


“This charmingly low-tech, small-scale adaptation WILL MAKE YOU LONG TO SEE THE FILM AGAIN.” — NY Post

“In testament to the adaptation, director, and splendid cast, the story shines through endearing and pristine. This is
A PERFECTLY LOVELY WAY TO GREET THE HOLIDAYS. Max Gordon Moore’s George Bailey is everything one could wish for outside of Jimmy Stewart. Katie Fabel is captivating. Director Charlotte Moore imbues a delightful visit to the past with freshness. Her physically minimalist approach, keeps attention fixed on the emotions of the characters rather than
the actors.” — Woman Around Town

“There are only six performers in the show, and director Charlotte Moore makes sure that we’re never confused as to who is playing whom. The actors—Peter Maloney, Max Gordon Moore, Katie Fabel, Ian Holcomb, Kristin Griffith, and Rory Duffy (the very hard-working SFX man)—wisely make these iconic roles their own rather than attempting to re-create the performances of their cinematic counterparts. Maloney deserves special commendation, because he breathes freshness into Clarence and Mr. Potter, a miracle for this particular show. While there’s no crying need for yet another seasonal show, THERE'S ALWAYS ROOM FOR GOOD THEATER. In boiling Capra’s movie down to a crisp 60 minutes, shedding much of its cloying sentimentality while retaining its emotional potency, IRISH REP HAS CREATED JUST THAT.” — Backstage

“THE CLASSIC FILM COMES ALIVE IN A REFRESHINGLY NOVEL MANNER. And as directed by Charlotte Moore it ends up being a miniature coup de theatre.” — Curtain Up