Garrick Production
It's A Wonderful Life
A joyful story of love, hope and community based on the critically acclaimed Christmas film
Ran
Nov 17, 2025 - Nov 23, 2025
Age guidance
Venue
Main House
Running time
TBC
Tickets Price Range
Description
“You want the moon? Just say the word, and I'll throw a lasso around it and pull it down”
Christmas Eve, 1946, Bedford Falls. Down-on-his-luck banker George Bailey feels life has passed him by, and he's at the end of his rope…
But when George's guardian angel pays him a visit, he's amazed to discover what life in his beloved town would be like without him. Maybe it's a wonderful life, after all?
Based on the critically acclaimed Frank Capra movie, which is arguably the most popular Christmas film of all time, Mary Elliott Nelson's reimagining is a joyful story of love, hope and community.
A perfect way to begin the Festive period!
Adapted for the Stage by: Mary Ellott Nelson
Director: Barry Purves
Reviews
Rick Bowen - Stage Struck
"While I knew exactly what was coming in act two... I felt as moved as always. This is a tribute in no small part to director Barry Purves and Jonathan Higgs who shines as George, a character who is just as angelic as the wonderfully named Clarissa Oddbody..."
"Pete Grimshaw’s atmospheric music for a production that will move all who see it..."
"Not to be missed"
Star rating – 4.5 out of 5
Read the full review HERE
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Trigger Warning
This production contains themes of intense financial crisis and suicide, as well as discussions of hopelessness and feeling lost, suggestions of violence, alcohol abuse and distressing arguments. Ultimately, the production is a positive and uplifting navigation through a difficult time in the main characters life journey.
Age Guidance: 10+