COMMUNITY BENEFIT SHOW
It’s a Wonderful Life
Theatre Ancaster’s annual Christmas Radio production to benefit Ancaster Community Services presents this year’s show: It’s a Wonderful Life.
The production reproduces the live radio show based on the famous 1947 movie starring Jimmy Stewart as the unassuming town hero who comes close to jumping from the town bridge, only to find that without him, the quality of life in his town would have been much poorer. Presented as a live radio drama, the show features sound effects by our live foley team and mimics the original radio ads of the period. This radio show is presented at Theatre Ancaster’s homey and intimate Old Firehall theatre with treats and hot cider provided to help our audience feel like they’re snuggled up around the fire and listening to the show over the family radio.
Everyone involved in this production volunteers their time, and nearly all production elements are donated to ensure that Theatre Ancaster can donate 100% of the ticket sales to Ancaster Community Services. Come and be a part of this heart-warming holiday tradition that supports our community.
Dates and Times:
December 6, 7 at 7:30 pm
December 7, 8 at 2:00 pm
Ticket Price:
General Admission: $20
Location:
The Old Firehall Arts Centre
334 Wilson Street East
Ancaster, ON, L9G 2C1
Al Croxall
Director
Al has had the privilege and honor of being with TA since before the beginning. He is amazed and a little in awe of how our shows with Gord Conroy and Ralf Hakenberg at Ancaster High School starting in 1982 and our: “Let’s put on a show for the Ancaster Bicentennial” in 1992, has evolved into the amazing community gem it is today. He still likes to keep his hand in behind the scenes and enjoys working with his wife and partner, Krys, in the Classics and Christmas Benefit shows. Break a leg, everyone.
Kyrs Croxall
Director
Krys is a long-time member of Theatre Ancaster, appearing in productions from the beginning and collaborating with her husband, Founding Director, Al Croxall, on numerous projects. She credits him and her daughter, Lindsay, a professional triple-threat performer for over a decade, for making theatre a Croxall family affair and nurturing her passion for the arts. After retiring from her first career as a superintendent with the Hamilton Wentworth District School Board, she joined the Board of Directors in 2014 and served as Secretary and Treasurer, before becoming President of Theatre Ancaster in 2023.
Krys has produced many TA shows such as Nunsense, I Love You You’re Perfect Now Change, Chicago and Annie. Last year, she and Al directed the Mainstage production of The Foursome. She and Al also produce/direct the annual Theatre Ancaster Radio Show Christmas Benefit which has raised almost $20,000 for Ancaster Community Services since 2018 (despite a three-year hiatus during the pandemic). In 2019 she and Al started the Classics Company Musical, a successful program for seniors over 55, with shows such as South Pacific, Guys and Dolls and Oklahoma!
FAQ
How can I buy tickets to a Theatre Ancaster show?
- ONLINE through the Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre ticket portal
- TELEPHONE through the Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre at 905-304-3232
- IN-PERSON through the Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre
Where can I park at the Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre?
There is parking available behind Memorial, as well as in several nearby lots within easy walking distance.
What is your refund/exchange policy?
There are no ticket refunds. Exchanges for the same production only can be made up to 24 hours prior to the performance date of your original tickets.
Do you offer group discounts?
Yes, we offer a group discount when one individual purchases 20 or more adult tickets to the same performance. Each person in the group will receive the senior ticket price, versus the adult ticket price, for that performance.
Can I bring my infant/young child to a show without a ticket?
All children, regardless of age, require a ticket to attend a performance. To attend, children should be able to sit quietly in their own seats throughout a 2-hour performance. The student price applies to all children and students up to and including university. Please note: Not all performances are suitable for children.
Will Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre have booster seats available for children?
Yes, a limited number of booster seats will be available at the theatre, and they will be provided on a first-come first-serve basis. You will not be able to reserve a booster seat.
Does the Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre have a scent-free policy?
For the safety and comfort of your fellow audience members, please refrain from using perfume or scented products before coming to the theatre. Theatre Ancaster promotes a scent-free environment, as a growing number of our patrons have allergies or sensitivities to perfume and scents from laundry detergent, dryer sheets, deodorant, hairspray, hand cream, etc. Thank you for your cooperation.
Can I bring outside food or drink into the venue?
No outside food or drink is permitted at the Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre. Refreshments and snacks may be purchased on site at the theatre.
Is there a coat check at Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre?
No, the Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre will not have a coat check.