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Oakland, CA Once upon a time, in the ancient days before Disneyland, a ten-acre park was built on the shores of Oakland’s Lake Merritt where children’s literature came to life, allowing kids to be kids. Mr. Disney came by one day and said he liked what he saw - and hired Fairyland's general manager for a new project in Anaheim. While Disneyland has adapted to meet demand for thrill-seeking activities and enormous crowds, Fairyland has stayed charmingly the same. Since 1950, Children’s Fairyland has been delighting children and their parents with whimsical storybook sets, gentle rides, friendly animals, wonder-filled puppet shows, and inspired live entertainment. One modest admission fee $7 covers a whole day of imaginative fun. One thing that is new is Aesop’s Playhouse, Fairyland’s exciting new main stage. The playhouse is the first structural upgrade to Fairyland’s famed children’s-theater program in more than 50 years. Not only is it home to Fairyland’s own troupe of child performers, but it also hosts productions from other local performing-arts groups. Six years in the planning and building, Aesop’s Playhouse is named for the author of classic fables such as “The Tortoise and the Hare” and “The Fox and the Grapes.” Whimsical sculptures of Aesop and his characters ring the canopied bleacher seats, which can accommodate nearly 200 people. Ample backstage space allows for costume changes and prop storage. Behind the curtain is a second stage, where audiences can watch performances while seated festival-style on a gently sloping lawn. Fairyland is available for birthday parties, summer sleepovers, summer camp, field trips, and special events as well.
Media Contact:
Manette Belliveau
Oakland Convention & Visitors Center
510-208-0526
manette@oaklandcvb.com
www.oaklandcvb.com
Public Contact:
Visitor Information
Oakland Convention & Visitors B
510-839-9000
info@oaklandcvb.com
www.oaklandcvb.com
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