June 18, 2019

Enough About The Ideal Theatre; What about The Ideal Rehearsal Studio?

The audience hopes to see magic when they visit a theatre. That magic is the result of many hours of hard work developing and rehearsing a performance. Much of that work occurs in a very important room where artists should be free to work without constraint or distraction. READ MORE…
October 31, 2018

ASTC Announces New Fellows and Members 2018

October 25, 2018- The American Society of Theatre Consultants (ASTC) is pleased to announce that at the Fall 2018 Forum meeting held in Chicago on Oct. […]
August 29, 2018

ASTC Welcomes New Members

The American Society of Theatre Consultants has added three new members at its Spring Business Meeting, held in conjunction with the United States Institute for Theatre […]
August 28, 2018

Announcing the 2019 ASTC – USITT Student/Consultant Renovation Challenge

The ASTC – USITT Student / Consultant Venue Renovation Challenge returns in 2019. Now is the time for university teams to plan ahead so they can include it in their academic schedules. READ MORE…
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

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 […]
December 18, 2016

Tips for Back of House Planning

As theatre consultants, many of us cut our teeth working in theatres, loading-in sets, and running shows. For that reason, we have a special passion for backstage areas. While theatre technicians are among the most resourceful people anywhere, there are many things we can do to make their lives easier. ASTC:Notes surveyed a few members for some of their favorite tips for a successful backstage. READ MORE….