"It’s A Wonderful Life" A Night Benefiting Special Needs Families - Live Radio Performance

  • December 14, 2024 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

  • Garry Marshall Theatre

    4252 West Riverside Drive
    Burbank, California 91505
Ticket Price $263.74-$10,000 This event is now over
Description

The Ed Asner Family Center is delighted to announce the return of its beloved holiday tradition with the 4th Annual reading of It’s A Wonderful Life! On December 14, join us at the Garry Marshall Theatre or stream from home as the cast of SpongeBob SquarePants, led by the incomparable Tom Kenny, breathes new life into this holiday classic in a vibrant radio play format.

This year’s show features an incredible lineup of special guest stars, including the legendary Mark Hamill, TV favorite Tom Bergeron, comedian Ron Funches (Trolls, Inside Out 2), and the talented Joey King (The Act, The Kissing Booth series).

Presented as a “Live Radio Play,” this one-of-a-kind performance combines the charm of classic radio theater with the joy of the holiday season, with all performers live on stage. It’s a celebration of the values and legacy of our namesake, Ed Asner, brought to life by an extraordinary cast.

Proceeds from this unforgettable evening directly support The Ed Asner Family Center’s transformative programs, including The Academy, a full-day program for adults, and The Dating Spectrum, a groundbreaking relationship course for autistic individuals, created and taught by autistic instructors. Together, these programs promote connection, growth, and inclusion for our community.

Date & Time

Sat, Dec 14, 2024 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Venue Details

Garry Marshall Theatre

4252 West Riverside Drive
Burbank, California 91505 Garry Marshall Theatre
The Ed Asner Family Center

The Ed Asner Family Center provides a safe and transformative environment for families with special needs children. Here, they interact, learn and thrive as they acquire skills together, as a family, that enable them to navigate day-to-day life. 

Matthew and Navah Asner, parents of three autistic sons, founded the Center. It provides access to critical mental health services and experienced staff who are trained to address the challenges faced by the special needs child. It supports and educates family members and caregivers with a wide variety of specialized programs, designed specifically for special needs families. These programs help family members adjust to and manage life with a loved one who is different. No one is alone, and no one is turned away for an inability to pay for services.