Casa Mañana facts for kids
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| Address | 3101 West Lancaster Avenue Fort Worth, Texas United States |
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| Coordinates | 32°44′46″N 97°21′45″W / 32.7460°N 97.3625°W |
| Operator | Casa Mañana Musicals, Inc. |
| Capacity | 1049 |
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| Opened | 1936 |
| Reopened | July 5, 1958 |
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The Casa Mañana Theatre is a famous theater in Fort Worth, Texas. Its name means "House of Tomorrow" in Spanish. It is located in the city's Cultural District.
Casa Mañana first opened in 1936. It was an outdoor theater back then. It was part of the big Texas Centennial Celebration. This event celebrated 100 years since Texas became independent.
Today, Casa Mañana is an important part of the Fort Worth community. It is a member of several local groups. These include the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce and the Cultural District Alliance. It also belongs to the National Alliance for Musical Theatre.
What is Casa Mañana Theatre?
Casa Mañana is a special place for live performances. It is known for its musicals and plays. The theater has a large seating area. It can hold 1049 people for a show.
The theater has a long history. It has been entertaining audiences for many years. It first opened in 1936. Then it reopened in 1958 after some changes.
Shows for Young Audiences
Casa Mañana often puts on shows for young people. These are called "Youth events" or "Children's Shows." They are designed to be fun for families. These shows might have earlier start times. They can also have shorter versions of plays.
Ticket prices for youth events are usually lower. This makes it easier for families to attend. Sometimes, these shows use recorded music. This is different from a live orchestra.
Recent Productions
In February 2022, Casa Mañana presented Matilda: The Musical. This show won a special award called a Tony Award. It was a very popular production.
After a break due to COVID-19, the theater started putting on full shows again. Matilda was advertised as both a Children's Show and a Broadway Series show. Broadway Series shows usually have higher ticket prices.
See also
In Spanish: Casa Mañana para niños
