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The actors, directors, stagehands, producers, staff and their supporters at Renton Civic Theater have entertained us and made our city a nicer place for over two decades. Their shows, which include both original productions as well as familiar favorites, are outstanding.
Tonight they have moved a step closer to making yet another huge contribution to the city of Renton…they are working to save Renton’s Summer Teen Musical.
At Renton Civic Theater’s request, and consistent with city policy for non-profits seeking to contribute to the public good, Renton City Council agreed to waive fees for six nights of performance for a summer teen musical, this June and July, at Carco Theater.
Renton Civic Theater has asked for this waiver as part of a plan to ensure that the “show goes on” for Renton teens who enjoy participating in our annual summer musical.
As a reminder, council had made the bleak decision to eliminate city funding for this musical after city revenues had dropped and we had to prioritize what was left for public safety and programs used by greater numbers of people. But all of us on council hated to make the cut. This cut was especially painful given that this year will be the 25 year anniversary for this program.
Renton Civic Theater is working to save the day, by putting together a plan to keep this musical in operation.
Anyone who wants to help can do so by buying tickets for Renton Civic Theater’s excellent productions. Season tickets are an especially outstanding entertainment value.
And if the team at Renton Civic Theater is successful at bringing back the teen musical this summer, be sure you buy tickets for that summer teen production. Our city has some extremely talented youth, and they never fail to put on an excellent show. And with the Renton Civic Theater sponsoring them, their talent will continue to grow and their shows will flourish.
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