Roundtable Registration
Register for upcoming AACT Member Roundtables, submit questions, and watch past sessions on-demand. Join the conversation and connect with theatre peers across the nation! Sponsored by Church Mutual Insurance
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Roundtable Registration & Videos
AACT Roundtables are a benefit of AACT membership, providing a convenient forum for sharing experiences, ideas, concerns, and solutions. Each Roundtable discussions feature a group of panelists, which means a multitude of opinions will be shared. Panel members typically represent community theatres from all over the U.S. This provides you with different experiences, views, and insights into the topic that is being discussed.
- Question Submissions: Each Roundtable addresses the top four or five topics suggested by atendees. To submit your questions and topic preferences, please submit the Pre-Roundtable Questionnaire.
- Roundtable videos are available after their live presentation, usually within 24 hours. Scroll down this page to view available videos.
- If you would like to serve on one of the panels, AACT invites you to apply. Your experience and knowledge are welcome, whether for a theatre with paid staff, or one staffed entirely by volunteers, Acceptance is on a rolling basis. To volunteer, submit the Online Application Form.
AACT Member Roundtables are sponsored by
Church Mutual Insurance
Upcoming Roundtables
Registrants are to expect information on how to join each session, 1 day as well as 1 hour prior to start time. Unless otherwise specified, sessions begin:
2:00 pm (Eastern) | 1:00 pm (Central) | 12:00 pm (Mountain) | 11:00 am (Pacific)
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18th
VOLUNTEERS: Building and Supporting Your Team
Volunteers are the heartbeat of community theatre... but finding, keeping, and motivating them can be a challenge. This roundtable dives into real-world strategies for recruiting new volunteers, strengthening relationships with current ones, and creating a culture of appreciation and engagement. Come ready to share what’s worked (and what hasn’t), ask questions, and connect with others who are working to build strong, sustainable volunteer teams.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4th
CENTER STAGE ON CLIMATE
Climate change is no longer a distant issue. It’s affecting our health, livelihoods, and even our theatres. As trusted storytellers and community conveners, theatre-makers are uniquely positioned to respond. This interactive session will explore how you can harness the power of theatre -- on stage, behind the scenes, and in the lobby -- to spark dialogue, build community resilience, and inspire local climate solutions. You’ll gain tools and ideas to bring climate themes into your work in ways that align with your mission and engage your audiences. Participants will walk away with practical ideas and resources to help their theatres serve as catalysts for climate engagement and leadership in their communities.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 20TH
Marketing: Filling Seats & Building Buzz
Marketing your productions and programs isn’t one-size-fits-all... and it’s not just about posters and press releases. Join this roundtable to explore creative, cost-effective marketing strategies that actually work for community theatres. From digital ads and grassroots outreach to branding, social media, and audience engagement, we’ll discuss how to get your message out, boost attendance, and build lasting connections in your community. Bring your wins, your struggles, and your questions!
Roundtable Archive
>> Click here for videos of recent and past presentations, available for viewing by AACT members