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March 10, 2026
Published by Kimberly Corbett Oates on March 10, 2026
The American Society of Theatre Consultants seeks participants for a survey examining restroom fixture counts and capacity in performing arts venues of all sizes. Help shape future design recommendations by sharing data from your facility—complete the 15-20-minute survey by May 31, 2026. https://tinyurl.com/ASTCRestroomSurvey
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March 9, 2026
Published by Raymond Kent on March 9, 2026
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Performance venues and backstage spaces are designed with the specialized needs of performers and technicians in mind. Accessibility of these spaces should be considered from the beginning of the design process and takes many forms beyond ramps and elevators.
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December 17, 2025
Published by Rusty Cadaret on December 17, 2025
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DMX-512 is a wiring scheme ubiquitous in theatres and many other spaces where high quality dimming of lighting is needed. The industry has been using this control signal for more than 35 years and it has found its way into commercial lighting. Still, one must follow the rules. One of those rules has to do with end of line termination.
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December 16, 2025
Published by Heather McAvoy on December 16, 2025
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ASTC members meet twice each year for our business meetings and to exchange knowledge and ideas. This fall we met in Charleston, SC to see the rich architectural history of venues that support the Spoleto Festival USA.
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December 9, 2025
Published by Paul Sanow on December 9, 2025
Did you know it is important to make sure all of the people involved in a project are using the same vocabulary? One word often used in architectural design projects that can be confusing for administrators and end users is “program”. It can mean lots of things to many people and all of them are right!
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November 17, 2025
Published by Robert Jenista on November 17, 2025
We are back with another brief article demystifying the sometimes arcane and certainly unique language used in the theatre. Box Booms have been added to existing theatres and are expected in the construction of new spaces to add valuable lighting positions for the Lighting Designer.
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September 26, 2025
Published by Kent Conrad on September 26, 2025
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The American Society of Theatre Consultants (ASTC) welcomes two new members and one new associate during the Forum in Charleston, SC.
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June 14, 2025
Published by Staff on June 14, 2025
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Performance venues offer a range of accommodations for patrons such as wheelchair spaces, assistive listening devices, and sensory-sensitive performances or areas. One accommodation that theatregoers may not be familiar with is designated aisle seats.
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June 2, 2025
Published by Paul Sanow on June 2, 2025
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While it is important to understand the unique needs of performers and the public, another group is often forgotten in space planning. Just because they wear a lot of black and stay out of the public’s view it does not mean their needs should be forgotten. Let’s find some room for the stage crew.
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