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Little Theatre of Wilkes-Barre

Season 5 Episode 10 | 5m 26s

For over 100 years and reaching over two million people, Little Theatre of Wilkes-Barre is one of the longest running theatres in the United States and has a strong community keeping it alive to this day and for many years to come. Learn more about this historic place and what it is like to be onstage or part of the audience in this episode of VIA Short Takes.

Aired: 12/06/22

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