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The Public Theater

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Oscar Isaac | The Public Theater Gala on the Green

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"The Young Are At The Gates" from SUFFS | The Public Theater

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A Taste of Fat Ham | The Public Theater

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SOFT POWER Montage | The Public Theater

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Hamilton the Musical Montage from the Public Theater

The Public Theater is a New York City arts organization founded as the Shakespeare Workshop in 1954 by Joseph Papp, with the intention of showcasing the works of up-and-coming playwrights and performers. It is led by Artistic Director Oskar Eustis and Executive Director Patrick Willingham. The venue opened in 1967, mounting the world-premiere production of the musical Hair as its first show.
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