Illinois Theatre Association upcoming events

All-State Producer and Director Announcement (07/29/2026)

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT

The ITA is looking for directors and producers to shape the 2027-28 All-State show! The individuals will work closely with the IHSTF Executive Director, Michelle Bayer, to shape the experience for Illinois students!

If interested, please read and complete the attached application form.

All-State Director CLICK HERE

All-State Producer CLICK HERE

Applications are due on Monday, August 3^rd

ITA 2026 Annual Member Meeting (Virtual) (08/24/2026)

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

A Statewide Stage. A Shared Future.

The Next Act Starts Now.

The Illinois theatre community is not standing still, and neither are we!

Over the past few years, the Illinois Theatre Association has been actively rebuilding, reconnecting, and reimagining how we support theatre across our state. And now, we’re ready to share what that looks like—and where we’re headed next.

This year’s virtual Annual Meeting is more than an update. It’s an open invitation to be part of the momentum.

Join us to:

Hear how ITA has been strengthening programs, partnerships, and opportunities across Illinois
Learn what’s working—and where we see opportunity to grow even further
Discover how you, your organization, or your students can plug into a stronger statewide network
Connect with others who are committed to elevating theatre in their own communities

We believe the future of Illinois theatre depends on more voices, more collaboration, and more connection across every corner of our state - from rural communities to major cities, from classrooms to professional stages.

Whether you’ve been involved with ITA for years or are just discovering us, this is your moment to step in.

Free to attend. Open to all. Registration required.

Because rebuilding isn’t about going back - it’s about building something stronger, together.

Once you register, check your email for a confirmation email and to add the event to your calendar.

2026 Annual Member Celebration (08/29/2026)

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 15:45:00 GMT

Please join us at the Illinois Theatre Association's 2026 ITA Awards of Excellence Celebration.

The ITA's Annual Members' Celebration is coming soon! All of Illinois Theatre is CONNECTED! This amazing brunch is a chance to celebrate our award-winners and network as an Association. The keynote will motivate all of Illinois Theatre to go forward and have our best year- yet!

A full brunch, complete with a mimosa bar, is sure to satisfy everyone.

10:45 AM: Meet and Greet

11:00 AM: Brunch and Awards

Members should sign in to take advantage of the discounted Membership ticket price!

ITA 2026 Come Together Community Theatre Festival (11/07/2026)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Come Together: The Heartbeat of Community Theatre in Illinois

There is something uniquely powerful about community theatre. It’s more than a stage and it’s more than lights and lines. It’s a gathering place. It’s where strangers become castmates, where castmates become friends and friends become family. This year’s theme for Illinois’ bi-annual community theatre festival, Come Together, beautifully captures the essence of what community theatre has always been, and continues to be, across Illinois.

In towns big and small across our state, community theatres serve as creative homes. They welcome people of all ages, backgrounds and experience levels. That spirit of inclusion is what makes community theatre so special. It doesn’t just invite participation; it depends on it.

Come Together celebrates the collaborative art that is the essence of community theatre. Your theatre can participate in our biannual play competition with a chance to represent our state and our region at the American Association of Community Theatre’s AACTFest in June of 2027. You’ll be able to network with other theatre makers and celebrate the very essence of community theatre.

Come Together will be Nov. 7th and 8th at Morton College (time TBD).

For more information contact communitytheatre@illinoistheatre.org.