Production Info
Powerhouse Theatre is pleased to present A 1940s Radio Christmas Carol, book by Walton Jones, music by David Wohl, and lyrics by Faye Greenberg, as the first show of the 2026-27 season.
Show Dates:
- November 19 – 20, 2026 @ 7:30
- November 21, 2026 @ 2:00 and 7:30
- November 22, 2026 @ 2:00
- November 25 – 28, 2026 @ 7:30
- November 29, 2026 @ 2:00
Further Information:
For further information or if you have any questions please email the Director, Emily MacArthur at eemacarthur@gmail.com or Admin Producer, Diana Horsley at dlhorsley@shaw.ca.
*Please note, Powerhouse Theatre is a non-profit society and is unable to compensate for any out-of-pocket expenses such as travel, food, or accommodation.
Credits
Playwright: Walton Jones
Other credits:
Music by David Wohl, and lyrics by Faye Greenberg.
Production Team
Admin Producer: Diana Horsley
Tech Producer: Richard Kerton
Director: Emily MacArthur
Synopsis
Centers on a live broadcast of A Christmas Carol by a fictional troupe, the Feddington Players, in a radio studio during WWII, where technical glitches, actor drama, and wartime anxieties force improvisation, turning the classic tale into a hilarious, heartwarming, and chaotic mix of vintage carols, fake commercials, and even film noir detours, capturing the spirit of togetherness and hope in tough times.
Characters
| Character | Comments |
|---|---|
| Clifton Feddington | 50s-70s - announcer |
| William St. Claire | 70s, retired star of stage and screen |
| Charles "Cholly" Butts | 30s-40s, funny man |
| Fritz Canigliaro | 30s-40s, wise guy |
| "Little" Jackie Sparks | 17-25, tenor |
| Judith Davenport | 30s-40s, leading lady |
| Margie O'Brien | 30s-40s, Irish-American comedienne |
| Sally Simpson | 20s-30s, does all radio sounds |
| Isadore "Buzz" Crenshaw | 20s-30s, sound effectician, whistler |
| Toots Navarre | musical director, composer, pianist |
| Esther Lewis Pirnie | backstage audio engineer |
| Harold J. Mullins | concierge of Hotel Aberdeen |
Dates - Times - Locations
Open Read
The reading will be held at Powerhouse Theatre on July 21, 2026 at 7pm.
Auditions
Auditions will be held Sunday, July 26, 2026 between 11:00am-4:00pm.
Callbacks
Callbacks will be held Monday, July 27, 2026 beginning at 6:00pm.
What to Prepare
For your audition, please prepare a 1-2 minute monologue and 1-2 minute song selection. Please bring a backing track for your song.
Anyone interested in either being part of the cast or the crew are welcome to attend. All members are also welcome to come out. Find out what this hilarious musical comedy is all about.
Note: ages and gender identities listed for the characters are approximate and flexible. We encourage performers of all ages, backgrounds, and identities to audition for any role that interests them.
Rehearsals
Rehearsals will begin in the last week of August 2026 and are expected to take place three times per week. Specific rehearsal dates and times will be confirmed closer to the start of the rehearsal period.
How to Sign Up
Sign-up method: Link
Please submit responses to the form, and we will email you with a 10-minute audition slot. If you are unavailable on the scheduled audition date, please email Diana Horsley at dlhorsley@shaw.ca to discuss alternative arrangements. We prefer to see auditionees in person whenever possible, so we ask that alternate arrangements be requested only when necessary.