It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play

Friday, December 11, 2026

Join us this December for a captivating retelling of It’s a Wonderful Life, brought to life as a 1940s-style live radio play. Set in the intimate round of the Paradiso, every seat offers a unique, up-close view of the beloved tale of George Bailey, his guardian angel Clarence, and the resilient community of Bedford Falls.

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About Athenaeum Theatre

This nonprofit center serves as a hub for culture and community in the Lakeview district, focusing on thought and the arts.story_potoo

2936 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60657

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