Boots on the Ground Theater at the Southampton Cultural Center will present Pat Kruis Tellinghusen’s “World War II Radio Christmas Play” from December 5 to 14. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m.
The holiday production recreates the experience of attending a 1940s radio show broadcast on Christmas Eve during World War II. Featuring songs of the era, stories inspired by real veterans, live sound effects, and a full on-stage radio studio, the play transports audiences to another time. Old-fashioned radio sponsors, jingles, and classic Christmas carols round out the performance, offering a festive and nostalgic celebration of the season.
The play commemorates the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, honoring the country’s history and veterans.
“When I wrote ‘World War II Radio Christmas,’ I pledged to rouse memories that had slumbered for decades, and to prompt conversations between generations,” playwright Pat Kruis Tellinghusen said.
General admission tickets are $25. Veterans and children under 12 are admitted free. Tickets are available at scc-arts.org or at the door. Southampton Cultural Center is at 25 Pond Lane in Southampton Village.
Staff Writer on Nov 12, 2025