“Extra! Extra! Live on Air: His Girl Friday Returns as a Radio Play Extravaganza!”
Its the bustling newsroom of the 1940s with a fast-talking, headline-chasing radio play adaptation of the classic screwball comedy His Girl Friday! Join us for an evening of rapid-fire wit, charm, and high-stakes journalism as star reporter Hildy Johnson goes head-to-head with her ex-husband and editor, Walter Burns, in a love-hate race against the clock.
Wowzer! The frenetic energy of a newsroom in chaos, brought to life through quicksilver dialogue that crackles over the airwaves! With a star-studded cast voicing the scheming editor Walter Burns, the relentless Hildy Johnson, and a quirky crew of unforgettable characters, His Girl Friday is set to whisk you back to an era when newspapers were hot off the presses and the stakes couldn’t be higher.
Hold on to your hats for:
- Witty banter and electric chemistry!
- 5 Actors taking on over 40 roles!
- A front-row seat to a hilarious, chaotic world of wise-cracking and fast-talking!
Don’t miss this unique adaptation of His Girl Friday—a high-energy night of comedy magic that brings the hustle and heart of the 1940s right into your ears.
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