This moving holiday show recreates the experience of attending a recording of a 1940s radio show broadcast on Christmas Eve during World War II. Using songs of the time and stories inspired by actual veterans, World War II Radio Christmas by Pat Kruis Tellinghusen transports the audience to another time, complete with old fashioned radio sponsors and jingles, live sound effects and a complete radio studio on stage. It’s an inspiring look at a time when the country came together showing our strength in the face of hardship…. a reminder of the importance of remembering and honoring our country’s past, and joining together to celebrate the holidays. 

As the playwright says “When I wrote World War II Radio Christmas I pledged to rouse memories that had slumbered for decades, and to prompt conversations between generations.” 

This play does just that with plenty of old fashioned spirit and fun. And Christmas carols! Don’t miss this wonderful celebration of the holidays and America. Honoring the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII. 

FYI: All Veterans are welcome free of charge. Thank you for your service. Happy holidays!

Before the performance on Friday, December 5 from 4:30-6:15 pm, join the Southampton History Museum in the Gallery at the Southampton Cultural Center for a special reception celebrating the exhibit "Homefront to Battlefront: Southampton during WWII." Explore the stories of local men and women, meet WWII re-enactors with authentic displays, and enjoy light refreshments. Honor our heroes and connect with Southampton’s proud history.

Established in 1985, SCC serves all East End residents and visitors by providing a variety of programming including classes, art exhibitions, and live performances for children and adults at affordable prices. A bequest by the late Willard Levitas and his wife Aura allowed a renovation and expansion that led to the 2006 opening of SCC’s lauded performance space the Levitas Center for the Arts.