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The Magic Theatre

San Francisco, California

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The Magic Theatre premiered Sam Shepard's 'Buried Child' in 1978, which went on to win the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1979.

Since its founding in 1967, the theatre has been dedicated to developing new plays and has premiered works by notable playwrights like David Mamet and Michael McClure.

The theatre is housed in the Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture, a former military base that has been transformed into a vibrant arts complex.

Playwright Michael McClure, a prominent figure of the Beat Generation, had several of his plays premiered at The Magic Theatre.

The theatre is renowned for its commitment to producing new works by American playwrights, contributing significantly to the country's theatrical landscape.

The theatre is known for its avant-garde productions and has been a platform for innovative and boundary-pushing performances.

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