was the first theatre in the country to have an autism-friendly
performance and we are dedicated to access for patrons and
students of all abilities. We call
this ‘Theatre for Everyone’ and it
is key to our deep sense of inclusion in all parts of our organization. The staff and crew at Paper
Mill work tirelessly and with passion for a theatre that they truly
love but to have this work recognized by the American Theatre
Wing and the Broadway League
leaves us all speechless.”
Theatres in 17 different states
plus the District of Columbia
have won the award, which began being presented on an annual basis in 1976. McCarter
Theatre in Princeton became the
first in New Jersey to receive
the honor in 1994. Five years
later, Crossroads Theatre in New
Brunswick joined them.
Under the leadership of Hoebee and Managing Director
Todd Schmidt, Paper Mill Playhouse is a place where American
musical theatre is celebrated,
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