The Wesley Chapel Theater Group is excited to announce auditions for It’s a Wonderful Life – A
Live Radio Play, adapted by Joe Landry and directed by Samantha Grahn. This unique
production is a play within a play, featuring actors playing actors, making for a fun and meta-
theatrical experience!
Auditions are open to the entire community, and we welcome actors of all ethnicities. To be
eligible, you must be at least 18 years old at the time of auditions. We pride ourselves on being
a community theater that values diverse talent and experience levels.
Interested actors should complete an audition form and provide a list of any
potential date conflicts. We strongly encourage all adults aged 18 and over to apply.
Please note that Wesley Chapel Theater Group is a non-profit theater, and this is a non-
equity production. All cast and crew volunteer their time and talent.
When: Sunday, September 15th and Tuesday, September 17th at 7:00 PM.
Where: Auditions will be held at Avalon Park Wesley Chapel Community Center, 5227 Autumn
Ridge Drive, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545
Contact: If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via email at
wesleychapeltheatergroup@gmail.com.
Performance Dates and Locations:
* Sunday, December 1, 2024, at the Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center,
12118 Lake Blanche Dr, Odessa, FL 33556.
* Saturday, December 7, 2024, at 7:00 PM and Sunday, December 8, 2024, at 2:00 PM
at the Lions Club of Zephyrhills, 5827 Dean Dairy Rd, Zephyrhills, FL 33541.
Rehearsal Schedule:
Rehearsals will begin on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, and will be held twice a week from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM. The final schedule will be provided once casting is complete and the availability of the actors and crew is confirmed. As we approach the performance dates, additional rehearsals may be added, so please inform us of any conflicts as soon as possible.
Rehearsals will take place at either the Avalon Park Wesley Chapel Community Center, 5227
Autumn Ridge Drive, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545, or the Lions Club of Zephyrhills. While the
exact rehearsal schedule is still to be determined, expect rehearsals to be mostly on weekday
nights, with occasional sessions on Saturdays and/or Sundays.
Important Note:
All performers and production volunteers must be available for all tech week rehearsals and
performances.
Additional Crew and Casting:
We are also seeking individuals who can play musical instruments for jingles and transition
music.
We are also looking for a Stage Manager, stage crew, sound, lights, and front of the house volunteers. Please feel free to contact us if you would like to volunteer for any of those positions.
Casting:
The production involves each character playing multiple roles. We will be looking for different
“radio voices” and characterizations of each character.
As this is a radio play set in 1946, the characters your character is playing are portrayed mainly
through distinctive voices. Show us your ability to switch up between these characters. If you
are auditioning for the role of the foley artist, you will be improvising sound effects with a few
objects we will have on hand while the others read.
Jake Laurents: Male, (20s/30s) - Plays George Bailey/Young George. George is a typical
American dreamer. Jake has a quiet, friendly demeanor that makes him popular with his fans.
He is an actor of some renown.
Freddie Filmore aka Announcer: Male, (30s–60+) - Vaudeville Type, Plays Announcer, Mr.
Gower, Henry F. Potter, Uncle Billy Bailey, Ernie, Peter Bailey, Old Man Collins, Ed, Man (at
Martini’s), Nick, Bridge Keeper, Binky, Pete Bailey (child), Cop
Harry “Jazzbo” Heywood: Male (30s/40s) - must be able to do an Irish brogue and an Italian
accent. Plays Harry Bailey/Young Harry, Bert The Cop, Clarence Oddbody, As-2, Sam
Wainwright, Dr. Campbell, Man2, Charlie, Horace the Bank Teller, Tommy Bailey (child), Mr.
Welch, Mr. Giuseppe Martini, Sheriff. He has big energy.
Sally Applewhite: Female 20s/30s - Plays Mary Hatch Bailey/Young Mary. Sally is sweet as
pie.
Joseph or Josephine: Male or Female (45-60)- Plays the Superintendent of Angels
Lana Sherwood: Female (30s/40s) - Plays Violet Bick/Young Violet, Matilda, Ruth Dakin Bailey,
Rose Bailey, Mrs. Hatch, Mrs. Thompson, Schultz, Janie Bailey (child), Zuzu Bailey (child),
Sadie Vance, and Woman.
Foley Artists/Stage Manager: Male or Female (Any Age) – This role involves performing as a
Foley artist who creates live sound effects on stage using a range of intriguing props, adding a
dynamic layer to the show. This character is larger than life and has the potential to steal the
spotlight. Bring your energy and enthusiasm!
