Awesome Children's Theater, also known as A.C.T, serves three school districts--IGH, SSP, and District 197--in three different cities and has been doing so for over 15 years. It is funded by Northern Dakota County TriDistrict Community Youth Programs, and they the theater produces five full-length productions a year. The environment is a nurturing one in which all the children are encouraged to reach their highest potential. Children between eight and fourteen can participate in many different ways, including acting, being stagehands, and working with the technical aspects. Parents and volunteers help with the backstage stuff, such as costumes, lighting, and sound. It is an enriching experience for everyone involved.