Linda Hartzell, artistic director of Seattle Children’s Theatre, is both an anomaly and an exemplar in the local stage scene. Her company, founded in 1975, is thriving.

Against all odds, Baby Liam shouldn't be here, but he is. "When we came here, you know, they told us same thing -- 10 percent survival and the 90 percent mortality rate," said Linda.

Against all odds, Baby Liam shouldn't be here, but he is. "When we came here, you know, they told us same thing -- 10 percent survival and the 90 percent mortality rate," said Linda.