March 27, 2024

New ASTC Board and Officers 2024

The American Society of Theatre Consultants has held elections and announces its new Board of Directors. The Board has also selected new officers.
March 26, 2024

ASTC Accepts Three New Members

ASTC has accepted three new members at the annual meeting held in Seattle, in conjunction with the 2024 USITT Conference.
March 13, 2024

Universal Design in the Performing Arts

Accommodating the needs of all who use a performing arts center should mean more than just providing wheelchair spaces for the audience or ensuring a performer can use a restroom. There are others who live and work in these spaces who also deserve a well-designed and efficient facility. Universal Design can and should be considered throughout performing arts spaces.
February 21, 2024

Did You Know – Top Ten Reasons a Dealer is not a Theatre Consultant

Sometimes there is confusion in the marketplace about the roles of theatre consultants and dealers. Some owners or architects elect to work with a dealer, thinking they will receive the same level of service as they would from a dedicated theatre consultant, and possibly for free. Theatre consultants and dealers may each be considered “theatre experts”, but they have very different roles and agendas in the construction process.
January 24, 2024

ASTC Remembers Richard Pilbrow

Richard Pilbrow is a well-known name in the circles of theatre design and consulting.  While he was never a member of ASTC, Richard’s influence can be seen in many theatres designed around the world, and in many consulting firms.
January 24, 2024

ASTC Remembers Tony Diemont

The rigging industry lost a significant equipment designer whose work has graced many stages and concert halls.  Tony Diemont of the New York firm Pook Diemont & Ohl (PDO) and acouStaCorp died in October 2023.   Associate ASTC Member Ted Ohl offers some thoughts on behalf of ASTC. 
December 15, 2023

ASTC 40th Anniversary Forum

The members of the American Society of Theatre Consultants (ASTC) held their annual Forum in New York City. Coinciding with the 40th Anniversary of the organization, the group toured several high profile recent projects in the city and held a reception to celebrate.
December 15, 2023

Happy 40th Birthday to the American Society of Theatre Consultants!

The ASTC celebrates its 40th Anniversary this year. We look back at what the organization has meant to long time and newer members.
December 11, 2023

Did You Know – Checking in on the Coat Room

At some point in the design of performing arts spaces there may be a discussion of the requirements for a coat room. Buildings are changing with the times, and this program space is no different.