June 11, 2020

Did You Know – Loading Docks

Loading Docks may not be glamorous, but they are incredibly important to the success of performing arts buildings. Robert Long, FASTC offers some key planning ideas for Loading Docks.
May 6, 2020

Cuba Reflections

Peter Scheu, ASTC was part of the contingent of Theatre Consultants who ventured to Havana in the fall of 2019. Here he reflects on his experience in Cuba – what he saw and learned.
April 15, 2020

ASTC Announces New Fellows and Member for 2020

ASTC is pleased to announce that at the “Online” Annual Business Meeting, Jack Hagler, Todd Hensley, and R. Duane Wilson were recognized and awarded the title of Fellow of American Society of Theatre Consultants (FASTC.)
April 1, 2020

Encounter with Havana

Michael Parrella, ASTC recalls the Malpaso dance group's performance in a former Sephardic synagogue during ASTC's trip to Havana, Cuba and how their performance without scenery or lighting was so impactful and moving.
March 25, 2020

ASTC Forum Travels to Havana

In the Fall of 2019, a contingent of ASTC members participated in a cultural exchange tour in Havana. Over the next few months, some of those members will offer some insights into performing arts and venues in the Cuban capital city…. READ MORE…
February 25, 2020

ASTC Theatre Tour – Havana

In October 2019, nine ASTC Members and six of their spouses traveled to Havana, Cuba to explore historic theatres and to understand local theatre and architectural […]
December 16, 2019

Proscenium Opening Protection via Smoke Control

Many stages need protection at the stage opening due to the height of the stage. One of the more recently developed options for stage proscenium protection is smoke control. At a recent USITT Conference, member Chip Ulich led a presentation on the subject, recounted here…. READ MORE
December 12, 2019

The Empty Space – Building Volume, Part 2

Member R. Duane Wilson, ASTC continues his examination of why theatres and other places of public assembly are so much more costly than other construction types. Here he looks at the added volume found in these spaces…. READ MORE
December 10, 2019

The Uncommon Space – Building Volume, Part 1

ASTC Member R. Duane Wilson considers why performance spaces are difficult to accurately estimate compared to other construction projects…. READ MORE