{"id":16101,"date":"2025-05-16T13:13:56","date_gmt":"2025-05-16T17:13:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/goosecreekplayers.com\/?page_id=16101"},"modified":"2025-12-03T11:42:23","modified_gmt":"2025-12-03T16:42:23","slug":"2025-11-its-a-wonderful-life","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/goosecreekplayers.com\/index.php\/seasons\/2025-11-its-a-wonderful-life","title":{"rendered":"2025-11 It’s A Wonderful Life"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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We are happy to announce the return of ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ based on the story ‘The Greatest Gift’ by Philip Van Doren Stern. This production is presented with the permission of The Greatest Gift Corporation.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Performances:<\/span><\/p>

8 total, 4 each weekend.\u00a0 2 on each Saturday.<\/span><\/p>

November 28-30, December 5-7<\/span>
Franklin Park Arts Center, Purcellville, VA<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Mike Goshorn<\/span><\/td>Uncle Billy<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Kathleen Donovan<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/td>
Mrs Bailey<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Michael Hippchen<\/span><\/td>Bert\/Ensemble<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Julie Jacoby<\/span><\/td>Aunt Tilly\/Ensemble<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Tess Lynch<\/span><\/td>Mary<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Rosina Van Istendal<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/td>
Young Mary\/Ensemble<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Hosanna Roberts<\/span><\/td>Janie\/ Young Violet\/Ensemble<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Elani Yanez<\/span><\/td>ZuZu\/Ensemble<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Melyssa Stratton<\/span><\/td>Clara<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
John Dennis Donovan<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/td>
George Bailey<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Adler Kohlweiler<\/span><\/td>Young George \/ Harry Bailey<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
E.J. Van Istendal<\/span><\/td>Gower<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Jack Seeley<\/span><\/td>Potter<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Sean Donovan<\/span><\/td>Peter Bailey\/Mr Martini\/ Ernie<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Lily Nisco<\/span><\/td>Violet\/Young Harry<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Kathy Maly<\/span><\/td>Mrs Thompson\/Ensemble<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Carolyn Sica<\/span><\/td>Mrs Hatch\/Miss Andrews\/Secretary\/Ensemble<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Amy Gallagher<\/span><\/td>Ms Carter (Bank Examiner)\/Ensemble<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Rachel Jones<\/span><\/td>Ensemble<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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About the Director<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Goose Creek Players is proud to announce our director for the Christmas show.<\/p>

Introducing: Meg Miller.<\/p>

A little from Meg:<\/p>

About Me<\/strong>
Hello! I\u2019m Meg Miller, a theater director and performer with extensive onstage and
behind-the-scenes experience across Europe, Australia, and the USA. I bring passion,
creativity, and a collaborative spirit to every production I undertake.
My Directorial Work<\/strong> – Over the years, I\u2019ve had the privilege of shaping stories and guiding talented casts and crews. Some of my directing credits include:
Life X3\u00a0(Elden Street Players)
Once Upon a Clothesline\u00a0(Elden Street Players)
Fairytales in Training* (Elden Street Players\u2019 TFYA)* \u2013 written and directed by me
Five Women Wearing the Same Dress (Loudoun Theatre Company)
Supercilious\u00a0(Loudoun Theatre Company) Each
of these productions has deepened my understanding of stagecraft, ensemble dynamics,
and the power of storytelling.
Onstage Highlights
I\u2019m equally passionate about performing. Notable roles I\u2019ve had include:
Three Penny Opera\u00a0at Elden Street Players (USA)
The Women, and The Museum\u00a0at Reston Community Players (USA)
Hamlet,\u00a0Hedda Gabler, and\u00a0The Drover\u00a0in Australia
These varied roles have honed my acting skills, from classical texts to contemporary
works, and have enriched my directorial perspective.
My Approach<\/strong>
I believe in fostering a collaborative, respectful rehearsal environment.
I prioritize clear communication, adaptable planning, and creative problem-solving.
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