Spotlight on Holiday Theatre Productions
Buffalo Theatre Ensemble’s “Georgiana and Kitty: Christmas at Pemberley”
Buffalo Theatre Ensemble presents the final chapter of Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon’s holiday series inspired by “Pride and Prejudice.” The play explores the friendship between Georgiana Darcy, William Darcy’s younger sister, and Kitty Bennet, Elizabeth Bennet’s second youngest sister. On Boxing Day, they each embark on new careers and relationships.
- Olivia Finkelstein stars as Georgiana.
- Ksa Curry plays Kitty.
- Directed by Connie Canaday Howard.
- Performances run through December 20 at the McAninch Arts Center, College of DuPage, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn.
Goodman Theatre’s “A Christmas Carol” Returns
Christopher Donahue returns for his second year playing Ebenezer Scrooge in Goodman Theatre’s 48th production of A Christmas Carol. This year marks a milestone with Gregory Hirte, a 25-year veteran of the show, stepping into the role of music director.
- Ella Boparai makes her Goodman debut as Tiny Tim.
- The production is directed by Malkia Stampley.
- Tickets and information: (312) 443-3800 or goodmantheatre.org.
Oil Lamp Theater’s Season Finale
Oil Lamp Theater wraps up its 2025 season with It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play, adapted by Joe Landry from Frank Capra’s classic film. The story follows George Bailey, whose challenges lead him to wish he had never been born.
“It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play” is an adaptation of the beloved film about George Bailey, a good man facing hardships that make him question his life.
Author’s Summary: This holiday season features rich storytelling through Buffalo Theatre’s “Georgiana and Kitty,” Goodman Theatre’s classic “A Christmas Carol,” and Oil Lamp Theater’s live radio adaptation of “It’s a Wonderful Life.”