It’s A Wonderful Life

One of the most heart-warming dramas of the twentieth century comes to Blackpool Grand this October. Adapted from the classic Frank Capra film, the charming production of It’s A Wonderful Life stops off in Blackpool for two days during its nationwide autumn tour to 33 venues.

It’s A Wonderful Life is set in Bedford Falls, New York on Christmas Eve. It tells the iconic story of idealist George Bailey, whose dreams look set to be dashed by small-town scandal and big business. Alone on a bridge he contemplates suicide, assuming that everyone would be better off without him…or would they?

News of George’s decision reaches Heaven and it falls to hapless guardian angel, Clarence, to come down to earth and try to change his mind. Clarence shows George what the lives of his family and community in Bedford Falls would be like if he had never been born in an attempt to save him.

The 1946 film starring James Stewart and Donna Reed is one of the most cherished Christmas films and has become recognised as one of the best American films ever made thanks to its timeless story.

The five times Academy Award-nominated film has been adapted for radio several times, which forms the basis of this new touring production. The Bridge House production directed by Guy Retallack captures the magical story of Frank Capra’s iconic film retold as a radio play live on stage. Complete with sound effects created right in front of the audience’s eyes, this loving tribute to the golden era of the wireless is a fresh take on a heart-warming classic.

After opening in London last year, It’s A Wonderful Life received rave reviews and was voted ‘Critics Choice’ in The Guardian Guide. Don’t miss this moving and charming drama when It’s A Wonderful Life comes to Blackpool Grand for just two days on Tuesday 13 and Wednesday 14 October.

‘A lovely adaptation that’s both cleverly witty and movingly heartfelt.’
– The Stage

‘Glorious, entertaining and heart-warming. An absolute winner.’
– South London Press

IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE

Grand Theatre Blackpool

Tuesday 13 and Wednesday 14 October

Evenings 7:30pm
Wednesday Matinee 2pm

Evenings £19 to £24
Matinee £19

Concessions £3 off
Under 26s £12.50 (first 50 tickets; subject to availability)

Group & School Group discounts available

Our booking fee is included in all stated ticket prices. Booking fees are not payable on group or school bookings of 10 or more.

Call Box Office on 01253 74 33 39 or visit blackpoolgrand.co.uk