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playhouse

[pley-hous] / ˈpleɪˌhaʊs /






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“An Awfully Big Adventure” follows 16-year-old Stella Bradshaw into the dim hallways and bustling dressing rooms of a popular playhouse in 1950s Liverpool, England.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Geffen Playhouse Artistic Director Tarell Alvin McCraney aims to deliver ‘world-class theater at your friendly neighborhood playhouse.’

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

He said his aunt Rene "fondly" remembered meeting the royal family and recalled playing in a large playhouse in the Royal Lodge's garden.

From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026

“The Dream Factory” traces the slow rise and quick fall of the Theatre, London’s first purpose-built commercial playhouse.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 7, 2025

About that time, I looked through the open door and saw Daisy come out of the house and start up the trail to her playhouse.

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls




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