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Theatre is everywhere!
People throughout time have done theatre.
People around the world do theatre.
A "taste of theatre" from the Children's Museum's artifact collection ...
Learn about one of the world's best known playwrights and see where his plays were first performed. more >>
Have you ever heard of Karagiozis? Travel to Greece to see its brightest stars! more >>
England Greek
England Greece
Some puppet plays are performed completely through shadow. Visit Indonesia to learn more about this thousand year old tradition. more >>
Some plays feature actors who act without speaking a single word. Go to Denmark learn how its done! more >>
Denmark Indonesia
Denmark Indonesia
In some cultures, color carries deep meaning during a theatrical performance. Learn about Chinese Opera and the colorful meanings it holds. more >> Costumes, facial expressions, movement, and music are sometimes more important than acting. Visit Japan to learn about ancient Noh Theatre. more >>
China Japan
China Japan
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