summer-stock

summer stock

noun
1.
the production of plays, musical comedy, etc., during the summer, especially in a suburban or resort area, often by a repertory company.
2.
summer theaters collectively or their productions: Summer stock usually begins about June 1.

Origin:
1925–30

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summer stock

noun
theatrical productions performed by a stock company during the summer 
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