Aspen Community Theatre Survey

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Aspen Community Theatre invites you to share your thoughts as we enter our 50th year and plan for the future. Whether you've attended our shows, performed with us, or are simply curious about local theatre, your feedback matters. This brief survey will help us understand community perceptions, preferences, and priorities as we shape ACT's direction in the years ahead. Thank you for taking a few minutes to help guide our next chapter.

Aspen Community Theatre (ACT) is the theatre in Rio Grande Park.

True

False

ACT is an organization run solely by volunteers.

True

False

Those auditioning or working on the crew for ACT shows should be experienced.

True

False

ACT’s median annual donation is $100.

True

False

How many Aspen Community Theatre productions have you previously attended?

None

1-4

Where is your primary residence?

Aspen / Snowmass / Woody Creek

Midvalley (Basalt to Carbondale)

Glenwood Springs

Rifle / New Castle

Other Colorado

Out of State

What is your age?

21 or under

22-44

45-64

65+

What would most motivate you to attend an ACT show? (Choose 1-2)

I have a friend in the cast/crew

The particular show appealed to me

I've attended past ACT shows and enjoyed them

I take any opportunity to see live theatre

Supporting local non-professionals in their theatre pursuits

Other

Despite ticket sales not fully covering production costs, ACT has kept ticket prices at $30. Do you feel this is a good value?

I would pay a bit more.

That price is about right.

That price is too expensive.

ACT presents its annual show in early November so that locals are able to attend and participate in the shows (rehearsals are in September - October):

This timing has allowed me to attend shows or be in the show.

This timing has not allowed me to attend shows or be in the show.

If you answered that show timing has not allowed you to attend shows or be in the show, what would be better timing for you? Are you responding to this as potential cast/crew or audience member?

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What type of shows do you prefer?

Musicals

Plays

Both equally

What do you generally prefer attending?

Shows I am familiar with

Shows that are new to me

Both familiar and new shows

ACT has presented shows in various venues such as the Wheeler Opera House, the District Theatre, the Aspen High School Black Box and The Ute Theater in Rifle. How important is venue location when deciding to attend an ACT performance?

Very important

Somewhat important

Not important

What factors most influence your ability to attend? (Select 1-2)

Schedule / timing

Location

Cost

Parking / transportation

Childcare

Other

Have you ever been onstage or backstage with ACT?

Never

1-4 times

5+ times

Have you ever wanted to be in or volunteer for an ACT show but did not? If so, what has kept you from doing so? (Select all that apply)

Timing of the productions with rehearsals in Sept-Oct and show early Nov

Length or location of rehearsals

Unclear how to participate or what’s involved

Intimidated by audition process

Not confident singing/dancing

Other

Would you consider volunteering with ACT? If so, how? (Select all that apply)

Backstage crew

Costuming or props

Building / painting sets

Fundraising

Board of Directors

If you are interested in volunteering with ACT, how should we contact you? Please provide your email and/or phone number.

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Which of the following should ACT prioritize most over the next few years? (Please rank with 1 being the most important.)

Artistic quality

Community participation

Education / youth involvement

Financial sustainability

Diversity of programming (shows, workshops, events)

Is there any other feedback you would like to offer ACT as it enters its 50th year?

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Would you like to stay informed or get involved? Please provide your email (optional).

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