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DISNEY MUSICALS IN SCHOOLS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR STAGE CONNECT: A FREE OPPORTUNITY THAT BUILDS MUSICAL THEATER PROGRAMS IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
Disney Musicals in Schools, a program of Disney Theatrical Group, is inviting public elementary schools nationwide to participate in Stage Connect, an innovative program that will bring the magic of musical theater to more kids and schools across the United States.
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