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	The '''Curran Theatre''' is a historic performing arts venue located in the Theater District of San Francisco, California. Situated at 445 Geary Street, the theater has served as a prominent cultural institution since its opening in 1922, hosting Broadway productions, theatrical performances, and other live entertainment events. The building is recognized as a San Francisco landmark and represents significant contributions to the city's cultural landscape and architectural heritage. Originally designed in the Renaissance Revival style, the Curran has undergone multiple renovations and ownership changes throughout its more than a century of history, though it continues to operate as an active performance venue today.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Curran Theater: Historic Performance Venue in Downtown San Francisco \|url=https://www.sfgov.org/landmarks-cultural-resources \|work=City and County of San Francisco \|access-date=2026-02-26}}</ref>		```mediawiki
			The '''Curran Theatre''' is a historic performing arts venue located in the Theater District of San Francisco, California. Situated at 445 Geary Street, the theater has served as a prominent cultural institution since its opening in 1922, hosting Broadway productions, theatrical performances, and other live entertainment events. The building is recognized as a San Francisco landmark and represents significant contributions to the city's cultural landscape and architectural heritage. Originally designed in the Renaissance Revival style by architect Charles Peter Weeks, the Curran has undergone multiple renovations and ownership changes throughout its more than a century of history, though it continues to operate as an active performance venue today.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Curran Theater: Historic Performance Venue in Downtown San Francisco \|url=https://www.sfgov.org/landmarks-cultural-resources \|work=City and County of San Francisco \|access-date=2026-02-26}}</ref> In 2025, the San Francisco Giants acquired the theater, marking the most recent chapter in its long institutional history.<ref>[https://www.kqed.org/arts/13985050/curran-theatre-sale-san-francisco-giants "The San Francisco Giants Now Own the Curran Theatre"], ''KQED'', 2025.</ref>

	== History ==		== History ==

	The Curran Theatre was constructed in 1922 by developer Homer Curran, a theatrical producer and entrepreneur who sought to establish a world-class performing arts venue in San Francisco. The theater was built during the post-World War I economic boom, a period when San Francisco was establishing itself as a major cultural center on the West Coast. The original architectural design reflected the opulence and grandeur typical of major theater construction during the early twentieth century, featuring ornate interior decorations, multiple levels of seating, and ~~state-of-the-art~~ stage equipment for the era. The theater's opening marked a significant moment in San Francisco's cultural development, providing a venue suitable for hosting major theatrical productions and attracting touring companies from Broadway and other theatrical centers.		The Curran Theatre was constructed in 1922 by developer Homer Curran, a theatrical producer and entrepreneur who sought to establish a world-class performing arts venue in San Francisco. The theater was built during the post-World War I economic boom, a period when San Francisco was establishing itself as a major cultural center on the West Coast. The original architectural design reflected the opulence and grandeur typical of major theater construction during the early twentieth century, featuring ornate interior decorations, multiple levels of seating, and advanced stage equipment for the era. The theater's opening marked a significant moment in San Francisco's cultural development, providing a venue suitable for hosting major theatrical productions and attracting touring companies from Broadway and other theatrical centers.

	Throughout the mid-twentieth century, the Curran became a standard stop for Broadway touring productions heading to the West Coast. During the 1940s and 1950s, the venue hosted numerous major theatrical runs that became defining cultural moments in San Francisco history. The theater's prominence in the entertainment industry brought economic activity to the surrounding Theater District, encouraging related entertainment venues, restaurants, and hotels to ~~take root~~ in the immediate vicinity. ~~Like many historic theaters in American cities, the Curran faced challenges beginning~~ in the 1970s and 1980s as entertainment consumption patterns ~~shifted~~, requiring strategic adaptations to maintain relevance in an evolving cultural marketplace.<ref>{{cite web \|title=San Francisco Theater District History and Development \|url=https://www.sfgate.com/bayarea/article/theater-district-history \|work=San Francisco Chronicle \|access-date=2026-02-26}}</ref>		Throughout the mid-twentieth century, the Curran became a standard stop for Broadway touring productions heading to the West Coast. During the 1940s and 1950s, the venue hosted numerous major theatrical runs that became defining cultural moments in San Francisco history. The theater's prominence in the entertainment industry brought economic activity to the surrounding Theater District, encouraging related entertainment venues, restaurants, and hotels to establish themselves in the immediate vicinity. Beginning in the 1970s and 1980s, shifting entertainment consumption patterns created financial pressure on the Curran, as they did for many historic American theaters, requiring strategic adaptations to maintain relevance in an evolving cultural marketplace.<ref>{{cite web \|title=San Francisco Theater District History and Development \|url=https://www.sfgate.com/bayarea/article/theater-district-history \|work=San Francisco Chronicle \|access-date=2026-02-26}}</ref>

	The theater underwent significant renovations in the 1990s and 2000s to modernize its technical infrastructure while preserving its historic architectural character. These improvements included updated lighting systems, enhanced sound equipment, and improved accessibility features to comply with contemporary building codes and accessibility standards. In 2008, the Curran was acquired by the American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.), a major nonprofit performing arts organization based in San Francisco, marking a transition in the venue's governance and operational model. This acquisition positioned the theater as a key component of A.C.T.'s expanded facilities and broadened its programming beyond traditional Broadway touring productions to include contemporary theater, experimental works, and productions developed or commissioned by A.C.T. itself.		The theater underwent significant renovations in the 1990s and 2000s to modernize its technical infrastructure while preserving its historic architectural character. These improvements included updated lighting systems, enhanced sound equipment, and improved accessibility features to comply with contemporary building codes and accessibility standards. In 2008, the Curran was acquired by the American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.), a major nonprofit performing arts organization based in San Francisco, marking a transition in the venue's governance and operational model. This acquisition positioned the theater as a key component of A.C.T.'s expanded facilities and broadened its programming beyond traditional Broadway touring productions to include contemporary theater, experimental works, and productions developed or commissioned by A.C.T. itself.

	Producer Carole Shorenstein Hayes played a central role in shaping the Curran's identity during the modern era. A longtime presence in the San Francisco theater world, Hayes produced numerous acclaimed productions at the venue, including the Tony Award-winning musical ''Fun Home'' in 2015, which transferred to Broadway and became one of the most celebrated productions of the decade.<ref>[https://www.sfchronicle.com/entertainment/article/fun-home-curran-carole-shorenstein-hayes "Carole Shorenstein Hayes and the Curran's Legacy"], ''San Francisco Chronicle''.</ref>		Producer Carole Shorenstein Hayes played a central role in shaping the Curran's identity during the modern era. A longtime presence in the San Francisco theater world, Hayes produced numerous acclaimed productions at the venue, including the Tony Award-winning musical ''Fun Home'' in 2015, which transferred to Broadway and became one of the most celebrated productions of the decade.<ref>[https://www.sfchronicle.com/entertainment/article/fun-home-curran-carole-shorenstein-hayes "Carole Shorenstein Hayes and the Curran's Legacy"], ''San Francisco Chronicle''.</ref> Hayes also oversaw a major closure and renovation of the Curran between 2016 and 2017, during which the theater underwent a significant physical transformation before reopening with a new programming model that emphasized risk-taking and world premiere productions alongside established touring works.

	The COVID-19 pandemic forced the Curran to close its doors in 2020, along with theaters across the country. The venue participated in a nationwide campaign to draw attention to shuttered performance spaces, lighting its facade red as part of a coordinated effort to urge federal relief for the live entertainment industry. The closure represented a significant disruption to the theater's operations and the broader San Francisco theater community. It eventually reopened as public health conditions allowed, resuming its programming calendar and welcoming audiences back to Geary Street.		The COVID-19 pandemic forced the Curran to close its doors in 2020, along with theaters across the country. The venue participated in a nationwide campaign to draw attention to shuttered performance spaces, lighting its facade red as part of a coordinated effort to urge federal relief for the live entertainment industry. The closure represented a significant disruption to the theater's operations and the broader San Francisco theater community. It eventually reopened as public health conditions allowed, resuming its programming calendar and welcoming audiences back to Geary Street.
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	== Ownership ==		== Ownership ==

	In ~~a significant recent development~~, the San Francisco Giants acquired the Curran Theatre, adding it to the organization's growing portfolio of entertainment and real estate holdings in the Bay Area.<ref>[https://www.kqed.org/arts/13985050/curran-theatre-sale-san-francisco-giants "The San Francisco Giants Now Own the Curran Theatre"], ''KQED'', 2025.</ref> The Giants' move into theatrical venue ownership reflects a broader trend among major professional sports franchises diversifying into real estate development and event management beyond their primary sport, a strategy also pursued by organizations such as the Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Rams.<ref>[https://sfstandard.com/2026/02/18/rise-fall-rise-of-san-francisco-theater/ "SF theater has changed for good. The next act will be..."], ''San Francisco Standard'', February 18, 2026.</ref> ~~Not without controversy.~~ The acquisition prompted discussion in the San Francisco arts community about the future direction of the venue's programming and its relationship to the nonprofit theatrical ecosystem the Curran had previously inhabited under A.C.T.		In 2025, the San Francisco Giants acquired the Curran Theatre, adding it to the organization's growing portfolio of entertainment and real estate holdings in the Bay Area.<ref>[https://www.kqed.org/arts/13985050/curran-theatre-sale-san-francisco-giants "The San Francisco Giants Now Own the Curran Theatre"], ''KQED'', 2025.</ref> The Giants' move into theatrical venue ownership reflects a broader trend among major professional sports franchises diversifying into real estate development and event management beyond their primary sport, a strategy also pursued by organizations such as the Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Rams.<ref>[https://sfstandard.com/2026/02/18/rise-fall-rise-of-san-francisco-theater/ "SF theater has changed for good. The next act will be..."], ''San Francisco Standard'', February 18, 2026.</ref> The acquisition prompted discussion in the San Francisco arts community about the future direction of the venue's programming and its relationship to the nonprofit theatrical ecosystem the Curran had previously inhabited under A.C.T.

	The Giants' ownership brings a new operational model to the theater. The organization has framed the acquisition as part of its strategy to expand its presence in San Francisco's entertainment landscape, building on its existing management of Oracle Park and surrounding Mission Rock development. Whether the Curran's programming will shift substantially under its new owners remains a subject of interest among local theater patrons and arts observers.<ref>[https://sfstandard.com/2026/02/18/rise-fall-rise-of-san-francisco-theater/ "SF theater has changed for good. The next act will be..."], ''San Francisco Standard'', February 18, 2026.</ref>		The Giants' ownership brings a new operational model to the theater. The organization has framed the acquisition as part of its strategy to expand its presence in San Francisco's entertainment landscape, building on its existing management of Oracle Park and the surrounding Mission Rock development. The Curran represents an extension of the Giants' broader ambition to operate as an entertainment and real estate company in addition to a professional baseball franchise — a model that positions the organization as a year-round civic presence rather than a seasonal one. Whether the Curran's programming will shift substantially under its new owners remains a subject of interest among local theater patrons and arts observers.<ref>[https://sfstandard.com/2026/02/18/rise-fall-rise-of-san-francisco-theater/ "SF theater has changed for good. The next act will be..."], ''San Francisco Standard'', February 18, 2026.</ref>

	== Geography ==		== Geography ==
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	The Curran Theatre is located at 445 Geary Street in San Francisco's Theater District, an area bounded approximately by Market Street to the south, Van Ness Avenue to the west, and Union Square to the east. The Theater District developed as a concentrated entertainment zone during the early twentieth century, and the Curran's central location within this district made it a key anchor venue for the neighborhood's cultural identity. The surrounding area includes other performance venues, including the Orpheum Theatre and the Geary Theater, which serves as A.C.T.'s primary home stage. The proximity of these cultural institutions has strengthened San Francisco's reputation as a significant theatrical market on the West Coast.		The Curran Theatre is located at 445 Geary Street in San Francisco's Theater District, an area bounded approximately by Market Street to the south, Van Ness Avenue to the west, and Union Square to the east. The Theater District developed as a concentrated entertainment zone during the early twentieth century, and the Curran's central location within this district made it a key anchor venue for the neighborhood's cultural identity. The surrounding area includes other performance venues, including the Orpheum Theatre and the Geary Theater, which serves as A.C.T.'s primary home stage. The proximity of these cultural institutions has strengthened San Francisco's reputation as a significant theatrical market on the West Coast.

	The immediate neighborhood surrounding the Curran features a mix of commercial, retail, and residential properties, reflecting the varied character of downtown San Francisco. The area is well-served by public transportation, with multiple bus routes providing access to the Theater District from various parts of the city. Nearby hotels, restaurants, and retail establishments cater to theatergoers and tourists, and the district's location makes it easily accessible from the Financial District and other commercial areas. The theater building itself occupies a prominent position on Geary Street, making it highly visible to pedestrian traffic and contributing to the visual character of the surrounding streetscape.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Theater District Neighborhood Guide \|url=https://www.sfgate.com/neighborhoods/theater-district \|work=San Francisco Chronicle \|access-date=2026-02-26}}</ref>		The immediate neighborhood surrounding the Curran features a mix of commercial, retail, and residential properties, reflecting the varied character of downtown San Francisco. The area is well-served by public transportation, with multiple bus routes providing access to the Theater District from various parts of the city. Nearby hotels, restaurants, and retail establishments cater to theatergoers and tourists, and the district's location makes it easily accessible from the Financial District and other commercial areas. The theater building itself occupies a prominent position on Geary Street, making it highly visible to pedestrian traffic and contributing to the visual character of the surrounding streetscape. Its distinctive facade windows are a recognized architectural feature among local patrons and a defining element of the building's street presence.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Theater District Neighborhood Guide \|url=https://www.sfgate.com/neighborhoods/theater-district \|work=San Francisco Chronicle \|access-date=2026-02-26}}</ref>

	== Notable Productions ==		== Notable Productions ==

	The Curran has hosted a wide range of productions over its history, from classic Broadway touring shows to world premieres developed specifically for its stage. ~~In recent years, the venue staged~~ ''~~Stereophonic~~,'' the ~~David Adjmi play that won~~ the ~~2024 Tony Award for Best Play~~, ~~and~~ '~~'Golden Girls Live~~,~~'' a popular stage adaptation of~~ the ~~beloved television series that drew strong audiences~~ to ~~Geary Street. The~~ Tony~~-winning play ''Oh, Mary!'' is scheduled to bring its run to San Francisco~~ in ~~fall 2026, continuing~~ the theater's ~~tradition~~ of ~~hosting critically recognized~~ work.<ref>[https://~~sfist~~.com/~~2026/03~~/17/~~tony-winning-hit-play-oh-mary~~-~~coming~~-to-~~san~~-~~francisco~~-~~this-fall/~~ "~~Tony-Winning Hit Play~~ '~~Oh, Mary!' Coming to San Francisco This Fall~~"], ''~~SFist~~''~~, March 17, 2026~~.</ref>		The Curran has hosted a wide range of productions over its history, from classic Broadway touring shows to world premieres developed specifically for its stage. ''Fun Home,'' produced by Carole Shorenstein Hayes, is among the most significant originating works to come out of the Curran in the modern era. The musical, based on cartoonist Alison Bechdel's graphic memoir, premiered at the Curran before transferring to Broadway, where it won five Tony Awards including Best Musical in 2015. That production helped establish the theater's reputation as a venue capable of developing new work with national and cultural impact.<ref>[https://www.sfchronicle.com/entertainment/article/fun-home-curran-carole-shorenstein-hayes "Carole Shorenstein Hayes and the Curran's Legacy"], ''San Francisco Chronicle''.</ref>

	''~~Fun Home~~,'' ~~produced by Carole Shorenstein Hayes, premiered at~~ the ~~Curran before its Broadway transfer, where it~~ won ~~five~~ Tony ~~Awards including~~ Best ~~Musical in 2015. That production remains one~~ of the ~~most significant originating works~~ to ~~come out of the Curran~~ in ~~the modern era~~, ~~and it helped establish~~ the theater's ~~reputation as a venue capable~~ of ~~developing new~~ work ~~with national impact~~.		In recent years, the venue staged ''Stereophonic,'' the David Adjmi play that won the 2024 Tony Award for Best Play, and ''Golden Girls Live,'' a popular stage adaptation of the beloved television series that drew strong audiences to Geary Street. The Tony-winning play ''Oh, Mary!'' is scheduled to bring its run to San Francisco in fall 2026, continuing the theater's tradition of hosting critically recognized work.<ref>[https://sfist.com/2026/03/17/tony-winning-hit-play-oh-mary-coming-to-san-francisco-this-fall/ "Tony-Winning Hit Play 'Oh, Mary!' Coming to San Francisco This Fall"], ''SFist'', March 17, 2026.</ref>

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The '''Curran Theater''' is a historic performing arts venue located in the Theater District of San Francisco, California. Situated at 445 Geary Boulevard, the theater has served as a prominent cultural institution since its opening in 1922, hosting Broadway productions, theatrical performances, and other live entertainment events. The building is recognized as a San Francisco landmark and represents significant contributions to the city's cultural landscape and architectural heritage. Originally designed in the Renaissance Revival style, the Curran Theater has undergone multiple renovations and ownership changes throughout its century-plus history, though it continues to operate as an active performance venue in the present day.<ref>{{cite web |title=Curran Theater: Historic Performance Venue in Downtown San Francisco |url=https://www.sfgov.org/landmarks-cultural-resources |work=City and County of San Francisco |access-date=2026-02-26}}</ref>

== History ==

The Curran Theater was constructed in 1922 by developer Homer Curran, a prominent theatrical producer and entrepreneur who sought to establish a world-class performing arts venue in San Francisco. The theater was built during the post-World War I economic boom, a period when San Francisco was establishing itself as a major cultural center on the West Coast. The original architectural design reflected the opulence and grandeur typical of major theater construction during the early twentieth century, featuring ornate interior decorations, multiple levels of seating, and state-of-the-art stage equipment for the era. The theater's opening marked a significant moment in San Francisco's cultural development, as it provided a venue suitable for hosting major theatrical productions and attracting touring companies from Broadway and other major theatrical centers.

Throughout the mid-twentieth century, the Curran Theater became a standard stop for Broadway touring productions heading to the West Coast. During the 1940s and 1950s, the venue hosted numerous major theatrical premieres and long-running productions that became defining cultural moments in San Francisco history. The theater's prominence in the entertainment industry brought significant economic benefits to the surrounding Theater District, encouraging the development of related entertainment venues, restaurants, and hotels in the immediate vicinity. Like many historic theaters in American cities, the Curran faced challenges beginning in the 1970s and 1980s as entertainment consumption patterns shifted, requiring strategic adaptations to maintain relevance and financial viability in an evolving cultural marketplace.<ref>{{cite web |title=San Francisco Theater District History and Development |url=https://www.sfgate.com/bayarea/article/theater-district-history |work=San Francisco Chronicle |access-date=2026-02-26}}</ref>

The theater underwent significant renovations in the 1990s and 2000s to modernize its technical infrastructure while preserving its historic architectural character. These improvements included updated lighting systems, enhanced sound equipment, and improved accessibility features to comply with contemporary building codes and accessibility standards. In 2008, the Curran Theater was acquired by the American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.), a major nonprofit performing arts organization based in San Francisco, marking a transition in the venue's governance and operational model. This acquisition positioned the theater as a key component of A.C.T.'s expanded facilities and broadened its programming beyond traditional Broadway touring productions to include contemporary theater, experimental works, and productions developed or commissioned by the organization itself.

== Geography ==

The Curran Theater is located at 445 Geary Boulevard in San Francisco's Theater District, an area bounded approximately by Market Street to the south, Van Ness Avenue to the west, and Union Square to the east. The Theater District developed as a concentrated entertainment zone during the early twentieth century, and the Curran's central location within this district made it a key anchor venue for the neighborhood's cultural identity. The surrounding area includes numerous other performance venues, including the Orpheum Theater, the American Conservatory Theater's own Gerstenberg Theater, and the Curran Theater's sister venue, the Geary Theater, which is also operated by A.C.T. The proximity of these cultural institutions created a synergistic effect that strengthened San Francisco's reputation as a major theatrical market.

The immediate neighborhood surrounding the Curran Theater features a mix of commercial, retail, and residential properties, reflecting the varied character of downtown San Francisco. The area is well-served by public transportation, with multiple cable car lines and bus routes providing access to the Theater District from various parts of the city. Nearby hotels, restaurants, and retail establishments cater to theatergoers and tourists, and the district's location makes it easily accessible from the Financial District and other commercial areas. The theater building itself occupies a prominent corner location on Geary Boulevard, making it highly visible to pedestrian traffic and contributing to the visual character of the surrounding streetscape.<ref>{{cite web |title=Theater District Neighborhood Guide |url=https://www.sfgate.com/neighborhoods/theater-district |work=San Francisco Chronicle |access-date=2026-02-26}}</ref>

== Culture ==

The Curran Theater has maintained a significant role in San Francisco's cultural ecosystem throughout its history. As a major Broadway touring venue, the theater brings nationally recognized theatrical productions to San Francisco audiences, including plays and musicals that have achieved critical and commercial success on Broadway. The acquisition by American Conservatory Theater expanded the venue's cultural mission to include world premieres, new play development, and experimental theatrical work that reflects contemporary artistic concerns and perspectives. This programming approach has positioned the Curran as not merely a venue for touring productions but as an active participant in the creation and development of new theatrical works.

The theater's cultural significance extends beyond its individual productions to its role in shaping San Francisco's identity as a culturally sophisticated metropolitan area. The presence of prestigious performing arts venues like the Curran contributes to the city's attractiveness to artists, arts professionals, and cultural consumers. The theater serves as a gathering place for diverse audiences united by appreciation for theatrical performance, supporting community engagement with the arts across socioeconomic, ethnic, and demographic lines. Educational partnerships with local schools and universities have expanded the theater's cultural reach beyond regular ticketed audiences to include student groups, educational programs, and outreach initiatives that introduce younger generations to live theatrical performance.<ref>{{cite web |title=American Conservatory Theater at the Curran: Community Impact and Programming |url=https://www.kqed.org/culture/performing-arts |work=KQED |access-date=2026-02-26}}</ref>

== Economy ==

The Curran Theater contributes to San Francisco's economy both directly and indirectly through its operations and cultural impact. As an operating theater, the venue generates revenue through ticket sales, concessions, and facility rentals while creating employment opportunities for administrative staff, technical crew, ushers, and other service personnel. The theater's operations support ancillary economic activity in the surrounding neighborhood, with theatergoers patronizing local restaurants, hotels, parking facilities, and retail establishments. This broader economic impact extends throughout the Theater District and contributes measurably to the city's tourism economy.

The theater's ownership by American Conservatory Theater, a nonprofit organization, shapes its economic model and priorities. As a nonprofit entity, A.C.T. operates the Curran as part of a mission-driven organization focused on artistic excellence and community engagement rather than purely commercial returns. This operational structure affects programming decisions, ticket pricing strategies, and investment in artistic quality and educational programs. The theater's financial sustainability depends on a combination of ticket revenue, philanthropic support, grants, and earned income, requiring careful financial management and ongoing fundraising efforts to maintain operations and support capital improvements. The economic value of the theater to the city's creative economy and cultural infrastructure makes it a significant community asset worthy of public and private investment.

== Attractions ==

The Curran Theater itself serves as a major cultural attraction within San Francisco, drawing visitors and residents who attend performances and experience the venue's architectural and historical character. The theater building's interior features original architectural details and ornamental design elements that reflect early twentieth-century theatrical aesthetics, making the experience of visiting the venue a cultural experience in itself. Current programming at the Curran includes Broadway touring productions, world premiere plays developed by American Conservatory Theater, contemporary theatrical works, and special events that leverage the venue's facilities and technical capabilities.

Visitors to the Curran Theater experience a venue that balances preservation of historic architectural character with modern theatrical production capabilities. The theater's seating capacity, stage equipment, and acoustical properties make it suitable for hosting a diverse range of theatrical productions from intimate dramatic works to large-scale musicals with elaborate set designs and staging requirements. The cultural experience of attending a performance at the Curran is enhanced by its location within the Theater District, allowing for integrated cultural experiences that combine theatrical attendance with dining, shopping, and other cultural activities in the surrounding neighborhood. The theater's ongoing use and active programming ensure its continued relevance as a major cultural attraction in contemporary San Francisco.

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