AACT Region V Association

AACT Region V Association The AACT Region V Assoc. is open to all who love community theatre in Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, and South Dakota.

03/03/2026

Have you registered yet?
Join us March 13-14 for the kickoff conference with the return of the Association of Kansas Theatres!

As part of this experience, you can:

Explore social media and community marketing that you can create yourself! No budget, no problem! We are going to explore creativity within constraints and how you can build your own content to engage audiences.

Want a look at a grant proposal from the reviewer's perspective? Jessica Fuller from the Greater Salina Community Foundation will walk you through what a grant reviewer is really looking for in your proposals.

Fundraising and Development: There is a lot to cover here, and we want to tailor it to your organization's needs. Our experienced panel will speak to fundraising and development concerns and ideas guided by you. Fill out the form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKNQEGqo8OdFSy1vZASn7tLZ5GY6f0lQ2m4UeyrSQ6L22RRQ/viewform?usp=dialog

Finally, we will conclude with a group forum led by the President of the AKT board, Chaz Coberly. This is meant to be a guided discussion about all topics related to successful theatre management, once again guided by you! Fill out the form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDZIgRJLf7aFDVj518m-J2ZO-8_y4-r7GW9nqq8T3C9hmzbQ/viewform?usp=header

Register for this conference at www.kansastheatre.com/2026-virtual-conference

10/13/2025
07/03/2025

Hey! I'm Chaz and want to introduce myself as the new Region V Representative. Looking foward to hearing from everyone!

06/27/2025
Festival about to officially start!
06/25/2025

Festival about to officially start!

06/25/2025

Hey Region V peeps! If you are at AACTFest we're having a Region V get together (don't worry it's not a meeting) on Thursday at 7 p.m. in the Cedar Rapids room at the hotel. Let's hang out!

06/25/2025

🎭 AACT National Award Spotlight 🎭 Congratulations to Jackie VanOosbree, recipient of the Robert E. Gard Superior Volunteer Award!

A passionate and dedicated member of Emmetsburg Mainstreet Community Theatre since its first production in 1978, Jackie has done it all... performing, designing, directing, and inspiring. Her love for theatre and her community has helped shape decades of productions and friendships.

πŸ‘ Jackie will be honored during the National Awards presentation at AACTFest 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa!

06/24/2025

🎭 AACT National Award Spotlight 🎭 Congratulations to David Metcalf of Cokato, MN, recipient of the Distinguished Merit Award!

Following a 34-year career teaching high school Theatre and Language Arts, David continues to uplift the power of storytelling as Artistic Director of the FungusAmongus Players. From rural stages to national festivals, his work has inspired excellence, earned top honors, and brought powerful productions to life while also supporting new playwrights through AACT’s NewPlayFest.

πŸ‘ David will be recognized during the National Awards presentation at AACTFest 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa, June 25–28.

🎟️ Join the celebration and register at aact.org/25
πŸ† Learn more at aact.org/awards

06/24/2025

AACT National Award Spotlight 🎭

Congratulations to Larry Pint, recipient of the David C. Bryant Outstanding Service Award!

From decades of leadership in Minnesota’s theatre community to his longstanding service with MACT and countless festivals, Larry has truly done it all... board member, officer, webmaster, editor, mentor, and tireless advocate for community theatre.

His dedication, creativity, and behind-the-scenes brilliance have helped build and sustain the theatre community he so passionately serves.

πŸ‘ Larry will receive this well-deserved honor during the National Awards presentation at AACTFest 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa!

Several dedicated individuals from around Region V are being recognized with awards this week at AACT/Fest including:
06/23/2025

Several dedicated individuals from around Region V are being recognized with awards this week at AACT/Fest including:

🎭 AACT National Award Spotlight 🎭

We are proud to honor Jim Walker with the Art Cole Lifetime of Leadership Award!

With decades of service to community theatre at the local, regional, and national levels, Jim has been a guiding force in shaping the future of the art form. His leadership, mentorship, and unwavering dedication have made a lasting impact on theatres and theatre-makers across the country.

This award celebrates a lifetime of visionary leadership... and Jim embodies that spirit in every way.

πŸ‘ Please join us in congratulating Jim Walker on this incredible achievement!
He will receive the award during the National Awards presentation at AACTFest 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa.

06/22/2025

Sound off: will you be in Des Moines this week for AACT/Fest or Youth/Fest!? Maybe you are already here!

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1501 Woodland Ave
Des Moines, IA
50309

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