Perseverance Theatre actor-in-residence James Sullivan performs in the theatre's holiday production of "This Wonderful Life."

Perseverance Theatre actor-in-residence James Sullivan performs in the theatre's holiday production of "This Wonderful Life."

‘This Wonderful Life’

Perseverance Theatre’s current play, “This Wonderful Life,” sees one actor in a play adapted from the screen play to “It’s a Wonderful Life.”

Allison Holtkamp directs and James Sullivan stars as main character George Bailey — and every other character onstage — in the adaptation of the classic movie. The play is suitable for all ages.

According to Perseverance Theatre, the play is a “hilarious send-up of Frank Capra’s classic film” and is a “sweet romp through nostalgia, film and memory.”

Look for Geoff Kirsch’s review of “This Wonderful Life” in the Dec. 21 issue of the Capital City Weekly.

The play runs through Dec. 31. Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for youth.

Go to www.ptalaska.org for more information.

Perseverance Theatre actor-in-residence James Sullivan performs in the theatre's holiday production of "This Wonderful Life."

Perseverance Theatre actor-in-residence James Sullivan performs in the theatre’s holiday production of “This Wonderful Life.”

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