Illinois Theatre Association upcoming events

All-State 2027 Auditions (04/06/2026)

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Thank you for your interest in the 2027 All-State Production of Something Rotten. We are thrilled that you want to share your talents with us!

If you are auditioning for Multiple areas (Cast, Crew, and/or Pit), you must pay $20 for each area. We look forward to seeing you at auditions!

Sincerely,

Scott Metzger and Dori Foster

2027 Producers

IHSTF Regional Auditions (04/10/2026)

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 05:00:00 GMT

COME FROM AWAY

ITA REGIONAL PRODUCTION

Registration fee = $20.00

Thank you for your interest in the 2027 Regional Production of Come From Away. We are thrilled that you want to share your talents with us!

If you are auditioning for Multiple areas (Cast, Crew, and/or Pit), you must pay $20 for each area. We look forward to seeing you at auditions!

If you have any questions, contact us at regionalproducer@ihstf.org

Sincerely,

Carmel DeStefano and Wendy Cottone

2027 Regional Producers

ITA 2026 Annual Member Meeting (Virtual) (08/29/2026)

Sun, 30 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.

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.