In the interest of full disclosure, “Moonlight and Magnolias” is one of my absolute favorite modern plays. Based on a true story, the Ron Hutchinson dramatic comedy takes place entirely in the office of David O. Selznick during a hiatus in the production of “Gone with the Wind.”

The production is running now at The Stagecrafters Theater, and if you haven’t seen this play before, it is certainly worth taking time out of the busy holiday season to catch it now.

The story follows Selznick, the producer of the classic melodrama, as he attempts to right the path of the ailing production while all eyes in Hollywood are on him. Production has been shut down, and Selznick hires director Victor Fleming and screenwriter Ben Hecht to make “Gone with the Wind” fit his epic vision for the film.

There’s one catch: Hecht hasn’t read the book.

Comedy, debate and fascinating commentary on popular film ensue as Selznick and Fleming act out the book, scene by scene, as Hecht types up the script.

While there is nothing distinguishing about The Stagecrafters’ production of “Moonlight and Magnolias,” it is to the credit of Director Tracie Lango that she does not mess with perfection.

And speaking of perfection, in the several times I have seen this play performed, Jeff Ragan takes the title of the best David O. Selznick yet. The role requires a careful combination of playing the straight man and masterful physical comedy, desperation and arrogance, and Ragan brings the laughs and the introspection this play deserves.

Mark Grayson as Hecht and Carl Heyde as Fleming are above average sidekicks to Selznick. (Heyde’s channeling of the character Prissy alone is worth the price of admission.)

Whether you have never seen the Civil War film, or you are Rhett Butler’s biggest fan, this play is a wonderful look into Hollywood on the cusp of World War II. It is both hilarious and revealing; thoughtful and charming; well-researched and yet, doesn’t take itself too seriously.

Frankly, “Moonlight and Magnolias” is a gem, and The Stagecrafters production is no exception.

If you go: “Moonlight and Magnolias” is playing through Dec. 11 at The Stagecrafters Theater, 8130 Germantown Ave. There are showings Thursday-Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets can be purchased for $16 online or $20 at the door.

This play is not recommended for those with peanut allergies, since they are used in the production. It is also not recommended for very young audiences, as there is some course language.