“It’s a Wonderful Western Springs Life” From TWS

Lights! Camera! Action! The Theatre of Western Springs (TWS) presents a filmed version of “It’s a Wonderful Western Springs Life,” chapter 1 (of 3), a digital play for the holidays by the Actives of the TWS and the young actors of the Children’s Theatre of Western Springs (CTWS).

Tickets are on sale now, and the premiere is at noon Saturday, December 12, 2020 through noon Saturday, January 9, 2021. Subscribers will receive the code, and a $10 donation is suggested for non-subscribers.

“It’s a Wonderful Western Springs Life” is a funny, heartwarming tribute to the classic holiday film. The digital Vimeo link will be emailed to patrons when it is live on Sat, December 12th.

The entertaining spoof was written by TWS Executive Artistic Director Eddie Sugarman, the film is directed by TWS Artist-in-Residence Greg Kolack with additional direction by CTWS Children’s Director Lindsey Branson.

Featuring a cast of more than 100 adults and children, the play is filmed on the streets and in the parks and businesses of Western Springs.

“The entire community has rallied around this project,” said Sugarman who is writing and producing. “Our actors, families, and local businesses are all pitching in to create a festive holiday story, and we’re having a ball.”

Currently, indoor programming at TWS has been suspended due to the pandemic, but the presentation of quality theatre is ongoing thanks to virtual programming.

Subscribers receive links to virtual performances, discussions, and building tours. Below is a list of upcoming projects:

• “It’s a Wonderful Western Springs Life” - an original Christmas spoof for the holidays – December 12, 2020 – January 9, 2021
• TWS Story Slam - original stories a la The Moth Radio Hour – March 2021
• “Pygmalion in the Park” - a glorious comedy in the great outdoors - June 2021

About Theatre of Western Springs

The Theatre of Western Springs (TWS) is celebrating 92 years of continuous operation. One of just a handful of American theatres that did not close during one or both World Wars, TWS constructed its own building that today is mortgage-free and houses a 400-seat Mainstage auditorium and a 100-seat black box theatre. TWS was founded in 1929 by Mary Cattell. Her unique methods continue to this day.

For more information, visit https://theatreofwesternspring...