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2 <strong>AACT</strong> SPOTLIGHT
“During these uncertain times…blah, blah, blah” Yes, folks, these are uncertain times—and who knows this better than those who dedicate themselves to community theatre. After all, when have we had “certain” times? Ever heard this conversation between a friend and a community theatre-volunteer, professional, or board member? (Insert which is appropriate for you.) “Hi G.B., how are things going at Limping Armadillo Community Theatre?” “Thanks for asking, things are certain.” President’s Letter Kristi Quinn <strong>AACT</strong> President No, never. Never certain. Even if you don’t factor in a worldwide pandemic and recession, things in the world of nonprofit theatre are never “certain.” Of course, there are community and nonprofit theatres who are financially secure and artistically realized, but solid and continual work—hard work— goes into keeping them successful. Many organizations struggle, even in good years, with the reality of a fickle audience, varying economic tides, and alternate entertainment competition. When community members struggle with making hard decisions about their entertainment dollar or health, and competition for the entertainment dollar is stretched to the maximum, our audiences grow smaller. The bottom line is that if audiences dwindle and costs rise, many community theatres will not survive. But I am certain about one thing. Yes, certain, that audiences who love live theatre will continue or return. The romance and excitement of seeing live theatre will triumph. And while some theatres will close, many others will rise like a phoenix. Sure, we may have to dust off a few golden oldies to attract audiences back, but we can slip a Sam Shepherd in there for good measure, and the audience may love it. We may have to adapt and (gasp) change to attract those theatre lovers, but it will happen. Certainly! NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2022 3
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