Treat the Whole Family to a Holiday Classic!

Panama's only English-language theater, The Theatre Guild of Ancon, (located next to the Fiscalia Auxiliar ) is delighted to present the delightful Christmas story "IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE" on November 23, 24, 25 and 30, and December 1 and 2, 2001.

This is the well-loved Frank Capra story of George Bailey, the man with the biggest heart in all of Bedford Falls who is driven to abject despair by financial woes on Christmas Eve 1945. A visit by a guardian angel named Clarence gives him a chance to see what his surprisingly rich life has really meant to everyone around him.

The tale that has charmed movie audiences for decades has been newly adapted for the stage, with a Theatre Guild cast of 29 talented actors spanning generations from ages 7 to 70. More than 20 students from Crossroads Bible Academy, the British School, the Oxford International School and the International School of Panama are participating in the show.

This is currently the only holiday play (in any language) scheduled this season in Panama City. Don't miss a great opportunity to offer something special to your families this Christmas. Introduce a classic to your friends and family with "IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE." It's great entertainment for everyone and is entirely in English. We hope to see you there!

"IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE"

Adapted from the Frank Capra film classic

Directed by Catherine Hopkins

Produced by John Carlson, Margaret Ender, Catherine Hopkins and Tracey Stempel

Starring: Patrick Casal, Holly Parker, Ron Leggiere and Art PollackWith Melanie and Julie Arias, Rosario Barrera, Stevie Bodden, Walter Borer, Patrick Brockman, Roberto Bruno, Bruce Ferriera, Hilary Hughes, Kristina Janson, Jose Luttrell, Stefani Mata, Jenna and Tyler McMiller, Fiona and Tod Robberson, Kate Robinson, Jacob and Linda Parker, Jodie, Natasha and Tracey Stempel, Patrick Street, Laurence Sutton

Shows are November 23, 24, 25, 30, December 1,2, 2001. Friday and Saturday shows begin at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday shows at 4 p.m. For the Guild shows only (Nov. 23-25 and Dec. 2) ticket prices are $15 for adults and $7 for students and seniors with valid i.d. For reservations, call 212-0060 or email: clhopkins@hotmail.com

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