Children should hear and see: theatre for youth flourishes in Seattle. (theater programs for children abound in Seattle, Washington)(1995 Festivals and Summer Theatre Preview)

From: American Theatre | Date: May 1, 1995| Author: Berson, Misha | Copyright information

Most adult critics would be surprised to discover that the field of theater for young audiences is very much alive in Seattle, WA. The city has numerous theater companies dedicated to performing children's plays and its Equity playhouses regularly offer matinees of their productions for students and maintain school touring units. The city also holds an annual Seattle International Children's Festival, during which performances from around the world are presented.

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