Show Notes
Anywhere, Christmastime: Well-off Ellen Stuart frets about what presents to get her family and friends for Christmas that they don’t already have or won’t just throw away. Her Aunt’s wise words open Ellen’s eyes to the world around her, and how others as close as across the street may not have the same luxuries as she does. A short story nearly 200 years old, a message that is timeless.
Cast (in speaking order): ZOE LISTER JONES as Ellen Stuart RANDY RAINBOW as The Narrator BLAIR BROWN as Ellen's Aunt ROB NAGLE as Cousin Tom SAM TSOUTSOUVAS as Will with SAM TSOUTSOUVAS, the voice of RPR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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