"It's the duty of the state to support theater, but not all theater."

One issue, for instance, involves who should take responsibility for supporting provincial theater, the central Government or local jurisdictions.

Given such irrationality, it is more imperative than ever to support theater in Connecticut, where it truly lives.

We are dedicated to artistic excellence by supporting distinctive, diverse and pioneering theater.

Furthermore, she hoped that her work would bring Chicagoans to support non-commercial theater.

"New York audiences select plays; our audiences support theater."

Mrs. Pels is the president of a foundation she established three years ago to support theater in the United States and England.

But he added: "I believe Atlantic City can support theater.

"I will always support grass-roots efforts to support art, dance and theater," she said.

GETTING audiences to support regional theater in their home state is tough enough.