[Sleaford] The Playhouse is a theatre in Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England. Sleaford Playhouse is a Grade II listed Georgian building dating from 1820. Prior to it being restored and re-opened as a theatre in 2000 it had been used as a benefits office and library. ... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Playhouse_(Sleaford)
(from the article `theatrical production`) Performer and audience exist together in a common area, within which there is a clearly delineated performing space (ring, stage platform, pit) and ... Found on http://www.britannica.com/eb/a-z/p/79
Play'house` noun [ Anglo-Saxon pleghūs .] 1. A building used for dramatic exhibitions; a theater. Shak. 2. A house for children to play in; a toyhouse. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/P/104