Community rallies to support Miami Children’s Theater founder after health crisis

For nearly three decades, the owner of the Miami Children’s Theater has been the creative force behind one of the nation’s most successful youth theaters.

Now, after a sudden medical crisis left Beth Fath in a wheelchair, the South Florida community she has nurtured is stepping up to return the love.

“I love you and thank you,” Fath said, overwhelmed by the hundreds of people offering support.

A life-changing diagnosis

In July, Fath suffered a near-fatal case of acute mesenteric ischemia, a severe blood clot in her lower intestine. The condition has left her non-ambulatory, sidelining both her and her husband, Tim, who together have built MCT into a cornerstone of the region’s arts scene…

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