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playhouse

[pley-hous] / ˈpleɪˌhaʊs /






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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

Melody Butiu has a few moving moments as the loyal nanny—who lives in the kids’ abandoned playhouse.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 10, 2025

“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

As we neared the first of the footbridges, a man appeared from the rear of the playhouse and stepped onto the bridge.

From "The Shakespeare Stealer" by Gary L. Blackwood




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