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GAPT: About GAPT
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4:23pm, February 8, 2010
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Our Mission
- To advance and promote the art of puppetry
- To celebrate the great state of Arizona - its culture, heritage and ecology - through the art of puppetry
- To educate children and their families
- To make a positive impact on the cultural climate of Arizona
Facts About GAPT
- Established in 1983
- Repertoire of over 50 shows, including classic fairy tales, original stories and educational programs
- Audience totals: 30,000+ at theater; 70,000+ touring annually
- Winner - New Times Best of Phoenix - 1992, 1996, 2003-2005, & 2007.
- Winner - Arizona Republic - Best Children's Theater - 1998
- Winner - Mayors Environmental Award for Education
- Workshops, residencies and classes for children and teachers throughout the state
- Perform educational shows for Desert Botanical Garden, Craniofacial Society of Arizona, and Water Conservation offices
- Serve 400+ schools, preschools and child cares with shows and workshops annually
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