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Dec 8, 2023 · Ira David Wood III leans on the chair behind his son, Ira David Wood IV. After 50 years of playing the part of Ebenezer Scrooge in Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” David retires from the role this season, passing it on to Ira and the next generation of actors.
Aug 17, 2023 · For a half-century now, Ira David Wood III’s annual star turn as Ebenezer Scrooge in Theatre In The Park’s production of A Christmas Carol has been wildly popular, often drawing capacity crowds. This year’s performances in Raleigh will be Dec. 8-10 , with four shows taking place within the 2,300-seat Raleigh Memorial Auditorium at the ...
The 50th Anniversary of the Triangle's Favorite Holiday Tradition. Ira David Wood III’s musical comedy adaptation of A Christmas Carol Presented by Theatre in the Park returns to DPAC for six performances on December 13 – 17, 2023. With a cast of almost 100, this wonderful holiday story is brought to life with great songs and tremendous heart.
Dec 11, 2023 · In 1974, Ira David Wood III first pulled on a top hat, affixed a false nose and stepped into the sensibly cheap shoes of Ebenezer Scrooge, starting a 50-year theatrical run that would liven up ...
Nov 1, 2023 · Scrooge Takes a Final Bow. Ira David Wood III prepares to hang up his top hat after 50 remarkable years. BY MELISSA WISTEHUFF. PHOTOS BY BRIAN MULLINS. Few landmarks, fixtures and traditions have withstood the countless changes Raleigh has experienced in recent decades. Natives wax nostalgic when asked about their fond recollections of ...
In honor of his many achievements, Raleigh’s City Council voted unanimously to rename the theatre’s facility “The Ira David Wood III Pullen Park Theatre.”. In September of 2010, he was inducted into the Raleigh Hall of Fame. For North Carolina Theatre, David’s starring roles include Man Of La Mancha (Don Quixote - in three productions ...
Dec 11, 2023 · In 1974, Ira David Wood III first pulled on a top hat, affixed a false nose and stepped into the sensibly cheap shoes of Ebenezer Scrooge, starting a 50-year theatrical run that would liven up ...
