The emphasis is on learning creative skills, making new friends and exploring ways that theatre can bring ideas to life.

The 3-D theaters brought in 30 percent of the box office revenue from the first weekend, according to Disney.

"Then I'll wait and see what television or film or the theater bring."

Then one theater brought it back in 70-millimeter, and the gross shot up way beyond what anyone would have expected.

"The theater will bring in people from all over," Mr. Weinberg said.

The theatre brings many outstanding Canadian artists to its stage throughout the off-season.

Commercial theatre didn't bring much to the party.

The evening was exciting in another way, however, because it saw a theatre which had been dark brought to light-brought to life again.

We've all been isolated, but the theater can bring people together.