December 12, 2017

Move the Floor

For centuries it’s been a design goal of theatres and other places of public assembly to increase flexibility. For some venues, a theatre that is only a proscenium or thrust stage doesn’t provide enough possibilities for changing around the presentation method. In some cases, the goal is variety and experimentation. For other organizations the need is more options for revenue generation. At the most recent ASTC Forum held in San Antonio, TX, members explored the possibilities of adjustable audience floors.
December 12, 2017

New ASTC Member & Associate

The American Society of Theatre Consultants met in San Antonio in September 2017. During the business portion of the yearly Forum, applications for membership were reviewed. […]
July 18, 2017

The Ups and Downs of Stage Rigging

Deciding between manual and motorized or automated stage rigging used to be an easy choice, largely driven by project needs and budget. Today, automated stage rigging has become more economical and wide-spread, making it a realistic choice for even public-school work. Read More...
July 18, 2017

Tips for Front of House Planning

In our last issue of ASTC:Notes we included a popular list of Back of House design features that make for a better facility. We turn the theatre around and consider the Front of House lobby and related public spaces. Read More….
July 18, 2017

History of Theatre in Chicago at PAMC 2017

It’s become a command performance for two ASTC Members at the Annual IAVM Performing Arts Manager’s Conference. Robert Long and Scott Crossfield continued their popular series of ASTC-sponsored presentations in Chicago this spring. Read More...
July 18, 2017

New ASTC Member Parrella

Michael Parrella has been accepted into membership of ASTC. Read More...
June 20, 2017

ASTC Announces New Honorary Member

The American Society of Theatre Consultants (ASTC) is pleased to announce they have selected Susan J. Lustig as an Honorary Member of the Society because of […]
April 11, 2017

ASTC USITT Venue Renovation Challenge 2017

PLEASE NOTE: The ASTC / USITT Venue Renovation Challenge will now be held every two years 2019, 2021, etc. with the Cash prizes significantly increased. Please […]
December 18, 2016

Gender Identity Accommodation in Performing Arts Facility Planning

For some the topic of gender identity and proper accommodations is uncharted territory, but it’s clear that more discussion and understanding is needed. Two ASTC members participated in a panel at the 2016 North American Theatre and Engineering Conference, and this article is adapted from that presentation. READ MORE….