Script Music, and Lyrics by:
WAYNE ROBERT SCOTT
The Cast: 30 or more
The Set: Flexible; may be 1 or 2 units
Approximate Length: 2 acts, 120 min
The beloved cinematic masterpiece comes to life on stage as a delightful family musical glowing with the spirit of the Christmas season. A bumbling wayward angel named Clarence Odbody is selected as the heavenly choice to help George Bailey, a man of unrealized dreams, discover the treasures of family, friends and life itself.
Audiences will experience laughter and tears as Clarence struggles to earn his wings amidst hilarious comedy, powerful drama and ten toe-tapping period songs. The unforgettable folks of Bedford Falls come to life on stage in this toe-tapping tribute to a beloved American tale. The true spirit of Christmas touches George Bailey and all who witness his amazing encounter with a wayward angel.
Mr. Gower – Owner of Gower’s Drugstore
Ma Bailey – George and Harry’s Mother
Bert the Cop – Close Friend of George.
Ernie Bishop – Fruit Vendor, Friend of George
Mr. Martini – A Renter Helped by George
Bailey Children – Jane, Peter, Zuzu, Tommy
Mary Hatch – George’s Eventual Wife
Michael – Archangel (Voice only)
Clarence – Apprentice Angel
Cousin Tilly
Cousin Eustace – George’s relatives
Uncle Billy
Henry Potter – Evil Town Land Baron; Wheelchair Bound
Young George – George at Age 12 or So
Young Harry – George’s Younger Brother
Young Sam
Young Marty
Young Violet – George’s Childhood Chums
Young Mary
Pop Bailey – George’s Father
George Bailey – Man with a Wonderful Life
Violet Bick – Worldly Young Woman
Annie – Bailey Family Cook
Harry Bailey – George’s Mature Younger Brother
Sam Wainwright – Successful Friend of George
Marty Hatch – Mary’s Older Brother
Ruth Millay – Harry’s Eventual Wife
Mrs. Hatch – Mary and Marty’s Mother
Miss Carter – Bank Examiner
Mr. Welch – Angry Villager
Tollkeeper – Bridge Watchman
VARIOUS TOWNFOLK: Board Members, “Elderly” Man, Potter’s Goon/Assistant, Jane Wainwright, Bank Patrons # “A” thru “G”, various and sundry others.
ACT I
1. “A Prayer for George”……………Gower, Ma, Bert, Ernie, Martini, Children, and Mary
2. “Welcome to Bedford Falls!”……………Bert, Ernie, Tilly, Eustace, Billy, Townfolk
3. “Potter’s Palaver”……………Potter and Townfolk
“Welcome to Bedford Falls!” (Reprise)……………Townfolk
4. “Mists of Time”……………Clarence
5. “Some Things”……………George
“Welcome to Bedford Falls (Reprise)……………Townfolk
6. “Full Moon and Starry Eyes”……………Singers, Townfolk, George and Mary
7. “Mary of Bedford Falls”……………George and Mary
ACT II
8. “The Rumor”……………Townfolk, Potter
9. “The Celebration”……………Billy, Tilly, Eustace, George and Mary
“Welcome to Bedford Falls” (Reprise)……………Clarence, Martini, George, Mary, Sam, Townfolk
“Potter’s Palaver” (Reprise)……………Secretary and Potter
“Full Moon and Starry Eyes” (Reprise)……………Mary
10. “The Heavenly Choice”……………Clarence
“Welcome to Bedford Falls!” (Reprise)……………Townfolk
“A Prayer for George” (Reprise)……………George
“Mists of Time” (Reprise)……………Clarence
Finale: “Christmas Carol Medley” (Traditional)……………Cast Ensemble
“Auld Lang Syne” (Traditional)……………Entire Cast Ensemble
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