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Taproot Theatre seeking alternate location for this weekend’s performance of Enchanted April after Greenwood fire

SEATTLE – October 23, 2009 – As fire crews work on the scene of this morning’s fire on 85^th street in Greenwood, Taproot Theatre is working on finding an alternative theatre space for the remaining performances of Enchanted April, which is set to close this Saturday to three sold-out performances.

Taproot staff members are waiting to obtain access to the building to assess the damage. More details about the situation and possible new location for the show will be released soon.

Please check our website, taproottheatre.org, for the most current information.

Thank you to those who have expressed your concern and support. The encouragement from the community on websites such as Phinneywood.com—including suggestions to form a support fund—are extraordinary.

ABOUT TAPROOT THEATRE COMPANY

Taproot Theatre Company is a professional, non-profit theatre company with a multi-faceted production program. Founded in 1976, Taproot Theatre serves the Pacific Northwest with Mainstage Productions, Touring Productions and Acting Studio. Taproot exists to create theatre that explores the beauty and questions of life while bringing hope to our search for meaning. Taproot Theatre Company is a member of Theatre Communications Group (TCG), Theatre Puget Sound (TPS), and the Greenwood-Phinney Chamber of Commerce.

Taproot Theatre moves performances of Enchanted April to Seattle Children’s Theatre after Greenwood fire

SEATTLE – October 23, 2009 – Taproot Theatre Company is moving its closing weekend performances of Enchanted April to Seattle Children’s Theatre due to fire at an adjacent building, which caused significant damage to Taproot Theatre. The fire early this morning has forced tonight’s performance to be canceled. Tomorrow’s shows (October 24) will take place at 2 and 8 p.m.

Patrons who have tickets for tonight’s performance may choose to attend either of tomorrow’s performances. Taproot Theatre is calling patrons who have tickets to the remaining shows to let them know about the change. Due to the high volume of calls, please wait to hear from us. Please do not call Seattle Children’s Theatre.

The performances will have festival seating, on a first-come, first-served basis. Additional tickets will be available to purchase immediately prior to performances, cash or check only.

Seattle Children’s Theatre is located at 201 Thomas Street at Seattle Center.

Thank you to all the theatres and arts organizations who have stepped up to offer support and alternative locations during this time. The Seattle theatre community has been incredibly generous.

Please check our website, taproottheatre.org, for the most current information.