Seattle Children's Theatre Association

Seattle, Washington, 98109-4555 United States

Mission Statement

The mission of Seattle Children's Theatre is to provide children of all ages access to professional theatre, with a focus on new works, and theatre education.

About This Cause

Seattle Children's Theatre (SCT) is one of the most prominent theatres for young audiences in the United States and the world. Founded in 1975, SCT first produced plays in the Poncho Theatre, at Seattle's Woodland Park Zoo. SCT started as a program of the Seattle Department of Parks and Recreation, with initial funding from the City of Seattle and PONCHO (Patrons of Northwest Civic, Cultural and Charitable Organizations). Some of the earliest supporters of the organization were teachers and graduate students from the University of Washington's Masters Program in Theatre for Youth (one of the few of its kind at the time). Since its inception, Seattle Children's Theatre has strived to provide innovative artistic programming and professional theatre for the young people and families of the Puget Sound region. SCT moved into the 482-seat Charlotte Martin Theatre in 1993, the 275-seat Eve Alvord Theatre in 1995, and completed the Allen Family Technical Pavilion, which consists of the paint, costume, prop, and scene shops as well as rehearsal and classroom spaces, in 2000. This state-of-the-art facility was the first self-contained theatre complex built for young audiences in the nation, and has since been used as a model for other theatres. By the end of our 48th season, we have produced 283 plays, including 121 world premiere productions, all crafted specifically to communicate with young audiences. Our plays provide an entry point to the arts for the children we serve. Through our mainstage season and education and engagement programs, young people and their families are enriched by opportunities to use their imaginations and ask their own questions, embraced by a creative, responsive community.

Seattle Children's Theatre Association
201 Thomas St
Seattle, Washington 98109-4555
United States
Phone 206-441-3322
Twitter @SCTPR
Unique Identifier 510172421