The Actors Garden in Oak Park, Illinois, needed better shows for young performers. Artistic Director Gigi Hudson felt existing "Junior" shows, though fun, weren't originally written for youth and were often just shortened versions of adult shows.

Fortunately, Gigi's husband, Dave Hudson, an award-winning playwright and lyricist, began writing shows specifically for young actors. These shows aren't just released after one draft; they're workshopped, produced, and revised at The Actors Garden, leading to polished, perfected performances.

Now, Musical Theatre Worldwide offers these finely-tuned musicals for schools and camps, providing a unique experience for young performers.