World Day of Theatre for Children and Young People observed on March 20

Key facts

• World Day of Theatre for Children and Young People is celebrated annually on March 20.
• The day was established by the International Association of Theatre for Children and Young People (ASSITEJ) in 2001.
• ASSITEJ was founded in Paris in 1965 to connect theatre companies and professionals involved in theatre for children and young people.
• The campaign promotes the message 'Take a child to the theatre, today, so they can see, hear, feel, think and imagine.'
• Theatre for young audience (TYA) became a distinct branch in the early 20th century with the emergence of dedicated children's theatres.
• Events on the day include performances, workshops, seminars, webinars, and media events organised by ASSITEJ centres, theatres, schools, and artists worldwide.