90-Minutes to White Christmas: Staged Reading
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Studio 324 Productions and Chiodo Productions presents the first staged reading of Dom Chiodo newest play: 90-MINUTES TO WHITE CHRISTMAS.
This high-action historical drama takes audiences back to Mississippi 1957. A small town station is preparing to play Elvis' rendition of "White Christmas" on air for the first time- but is the world ready?
Set in the rapid-fire environment of a small Mississippi radio station, Preston Eliott is stirring up controversy after teasing to play Elvis' White Christmas. Religious pressure, political threats, and personal conflicts build as the staff is pulled into a high-stakes countdown. Unfolding in real time across just 90 minutes, the play explores censorship, cultural change, and the power of standing your ground- told through fast-paced dialogue, richly drawn characters, and the crackle of live radio.
ABOUT THE PERFORMANCE
'90-Minutes to White Christmas' will be presented as a one-night-only staged reading. This event includes a full reading of the show, followed by a brief talkback with the cast and creative team. Light refreshments to follow.
THE CAST & CREATIVE TEAM
Featuring Performances by:
Preston Eliott: PATRICK BROWN
Jerry Rubenstein: ROBB STECH
Arnott Weidman: DREIA ONG
Susan Barbra: MARISOL CUSTODIO
Gene Crawford: KEN AMBS
Brent Pollard: K. PATRICK ANDERSON
Reverend Elijah Kelly: SAMUEL EMMANUEL
Kristine Kelly: MIA MOLINA
Mrs. Carol Dixon: ANNE ROMANOWSKI
Cal Lomax: JAI AIKEN
Sheriff Tom Bosley: JACK DEGAN
With Stage Directions read by PATRICK SEPTAK
Under the creative guidance of:
Director, FRED CONOVER
Stage Manager, SARAH HAJKOWSKI
Associate Producer/Playwright, DOM CHIODO
Executive Producer, CHRISTINA HEALEY
ABOUT THE VENUE
90-Minutes to White Christmas will perform at The Perch Music and Arts Workshop in Philadelphia. Parking is available surrounding the venue. The Perch is also accessible via SEPTA (L1 @ York-Dauphin) and bus routes 3 and 39.
RESERVATIONS
This event is Pay-What-You-Decide starting at $0. No one will be turned away for a lack of funds. All donations go directly into the future production efforts of this play, which is currently on track to make its world debut in the 2027/28 season. Seating is extremely limited. Reservations are highly recommended.
Reservations are live now via TicketLeap! Secure your spot today!
This high-action historical drama takes audiences back to Mississippi 1957. A small town station is preparing to play Elvis' rendition of "White Christmas" on air for the first time- but is the world ready?
Set in the rapid-fire environment of a small Mississippi radio station, Preston Eliott is stirring up controversy after teasing to play Elvis' White Christmas. Religious pressure, political threats, and personal conflicts build as the staff is pulled into a high-stakes countdown. Unfolding in real time across just 90 minutes, the play explores censorship, cultural change, and the power of standing your ground- told through fast-paced dialogue, richly drawn characters, and the crackle of live radio.
ABOUT THE PERFORMANCE
'90-Minutes to White Christmas' will be presented as a one-night-only staged reading. This event includes a full reading of the show, followed by a brief talkback with the cast and creative team. Light refreshments to follow.
THE CAST & CREATIVE TEAM
Featuring Performances by:
Preston Eliott: PATRICK BROWN
Jerry Rubenstein: ROBB STECH
Arnott Weidman: DREIA ONG
Susan Barbra: MARISOL CUSTODIO
Gene Crawford: KEN AMBS
Brent Pollard: K. PATRICK ANDERSON
Reverend Elijah Kelly: SAMUEL EMMANUEL
Kristine Kelly: MIA MOLINA
Mrs. Carol Dixon: ANNE ROMANOWSKI
Cal Lomax: JAI AIKEN
Sheriff Tom Bosley: JACK DEGAN
With Stage Directions read by PATRICK SEPTAK
Under the creative guidance of:
Director, FRED CONOVER
Stage Manager, SARAH HAJKOWSKI
Associate Producer/Playwright, DOM CHIODO
Executive Producer, CHRISTINA HEALEY
ABOUT THE VENUE
90-Minutes to White Christmas will perform at The Perch Music and Arts Workshop in Philadelphia. Parking is available surrounding the venue. The Perch is also accessible via SEPTA (L1 @ York-Dauphin) and bus routes 3 and 39.
RESERVATIONS
This event is Pay-What-You-Decide starting at $0. No one will be turned away for a lack of funds. All donations go directly into the future production efforts of this play, which is currently on track to make its world debut in the 2027/28 season. Seating is extremely limited. Reservations are highly recommended.
Reservations are live now via TicketLeap! Secure your spot today!
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Where is it happening?
The Perch Music & Arts Community , 2321 Emerald St. ,Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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Host or PublisherStudio 324 Productions
