City Center Live: It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play

Next date: Sunday, December 14, 2025 | 04:00 PM to 05:30 PM

Actors read from scripts during performance on stage

Step back in time and experience the beloved holiday classic like never before — with the charm of a 1940s radio broadcast. In this inventive adaptation by Joe Landry, It’s a Wonderful Life, comes to life on stage as a handful of actors perform dozens of characters, complete with live sound effects and vintage-style commercials.

Set in a radio studio on Christmas Eve, this heartwarming production tells the timeless story of George Bailey, a man who believes his life has no meaning — until an angel helps him see just how many lives he’s touched.

A nostalgic, family-friendly production that celebrates community, compassion and the true spirit of the season.

About the series

City Center Live is Lenexa Parks & Recreation's free performing arts series featuring a variety of musical and small theatrical acts. It takes place on select Saturdays from October to March.

Pick up food and drinks from the Public Market and bring them with you to enjoy during the show.

This is a program of the Lenexa Arts Council.