WHAT IS STA?

The Shakespeare Theatre Association is a member service Association that began in 1991 and convenes annually to provide support and mentorship as well as share best practices with colleagues from within the United States and internationally. Membership now includes over 125 theatres, (and a cadre of associate members) in 46 of the 50 US States, representing diverse types of theatre (indoor, outdoor, year-round, seasonal, university-affiliated, free) with wide-ranging budgets (less than $25,000 to $60,000,000) and Equity as well as non-Equity companies. STA’s member organizations cover a vast diversity of audiences and staffs composed of a variety of ethnicities, genders, ages and abilities.  Our US national and international focus on Shakespeare ensures a mission that is compatible with and influenced by our Membership. International membership includes Argentina, Australia, Canada, The Commonwealth of the Bahamas, Great Britain, Germany, the Czech Republic, and others.

STA’S MISSION

To provide a forum for the artistic, managerial, and educational leadership for theatres primarily involved with the production and/or presentation of Shakespeare’s plays; to discuss issues and share methods of work, resources, and information; and to act as an advocate for Shakespearean productions and training.

STA’S VALUES

The Shakespeare Theatre Association is guided by core values of; care, community, mentorship and learning, diversity, innovation, collaboration, and service, rooted in the plays of William Shakespeare.