Photo: #The cast shows its school spirit in the world premiere theatrical production of Disney's "High School Musical" at the Children's Theatre Company.

How to balance edgy art in the ledgers

March 29, 2007

St. Paul, Minn. — Two of the largest theaters in the region have announced their lineups for the coming season. Both the Guthrie and the Children's Theatre Company have carefully balanced edgy new fare with tried-and true favorites.

The balance they're striking highlights a common dilema for theaters on how much to emphasize art or commerce when planning a season.

MPR's Cathy Wurzer talked with Morning Edition arts commentator and St. Paul Pioneer Press theater critic Dominic Papatola.

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