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- EIN 94-6135772
- (415) 834-3200
- 415 Geary St San Francisco CA 94102-1222 USA
- www.act-sf.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Arts & Culture, Performing Arts Centers, Theater
Mission: Production of theater and actor training. American conservatory theater nurtures the art of live theater through dynamic productions, intensive actor training in its conservatory, and an ongoing dialogue with its community. Under the leadership of artistic director carey perloff and executive director peter pastreich, a. C. T. Embraces its responsibility to conserve, renew, and reinvent the rich theatrical traditions that are our collective legacy, while exploring new artistic forms and new communities. A commitment to the highest standards informs every aspect of a. C. T. 's creative work.
Programs: A. C. T. Is nationally recognized for its groundbreaking productions of classical works and bold explorations of contemporary playwriting. Since the reopening of the american conservatory theater in 1996, a. C. T. Has enjoyed a remarkable period of audience expansion and renewed financial stability. The company continues to produce challenging theater in the rich context of symposia, audience discussions, and community interaction. (286 performances)
the conservatory, led by melissa smith, serves 3,000 students every year. It was the first actor training program in the united states not affiliated with a college or university accredited to award a master of fine arts degree. Danny glover, annette bening, denzel washington, benjamin bratt, and anika noni rose are among the conservatory's distinguished former students. With its commitment to excellence in actor training and to the relationship between training, performance, and audience, the a. C. T. Master of fine arts program has moved to the forefront of america's actor training programs, while serving as the creative engine of the company at large. (36 mfa students and 200+ classes/workshops for public)