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Nashville Children's Theatre
American professional children's theatre company From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Nashville Children's Theatre (NCT) is one of the oldest continually operating professional children's theatre company in America. It is a member of the Theatre for Young Audiences,[1] the ASSITEJ, and is affiliated with the Actors' Equity Association.[citation needed]
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History
NCT was established in 1931 by the Junior League of Nashville. Originally called The Nashville Academy Theatre, it opened with the production of "Aladdin and His Wonderful Lamp."[2] NCT has performed at Belcourt Theatre,[3] Vanderbilt University and Belmont University. [citation needed]
Leadership and legacy
NCT's legacy includes the profound impact of Scot Copeland, who served as producing artistic director for 30 years until his sudden passing in 2016.[4] Under his leadership, NCT produced nearly 180 plays and achieved national acclaim, including being named one of the top five children's theatres in the U.S. by Time in 2004.[4][5] Copeland was celebrated for his artistic vision, nurturing of young talent, and dedication to creating meaningful theatrical experiences for young audiences.[4] His work culminated in notable achievements like the world premiere of Jack’s Tale: A Mythic Mountain Musical Adventure in collaboration with the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.[4]
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