Fall 2025
NEWS
Newsletter of Southeastern Theatre Conference, Inc.
CONTENTS Thoughts from the President’s Desk Page 1
A Trip to the Top Page 3
A Correction Page 4
The Time is Now Page 5
Consider Becoming a Volunteer Page 6
Job Listings & More Page 7
The Rich Past and Present of World Premieres in the Southeast Page 8
Mind the Gap Page 10
Get Involved! Page 11
NEWS SUBMISSIONS Thomas Pinckney (he/him) Director of Advancement thomas@setc.org
www.setc.org
Getting the Stage Set for Creativity, Collaboration, and Connection As autumn approaches, SETC is buzzing with activity and forward momentum. One of our most important initiatives this season is the search for our next Executive Director. With the application process now closed, we are moving into the next phase: interviewing and vetting candidates. The hiring committee will begin first-round interviews in October, and we’re excited about the leadership possibilities ahead.
Jeremy Kisling (he/him) President
In parallel, we’re making significant progress on our Governance Restructuring Project. Over the past few months, we’ve hosted several town hall meetings to introduce the proposed structure to SETC’s leadership and committees. These conversations have been vital in shaping a more transparent and effective organizational framework. Next, we’ll be reviewing SETC’s bylaws and rules to ensure alignment with nonprofit standards and best practices. This step is crucial in creating a governance model that is both clear and compliant, setting the stage for a stronger future. The staff has also been working hard this fall. Arranging our fall auditions in September and the National Conference on Outdoor Theater, sponsored by Ludus, in October. The committee chairs have been vetting workshop proposals. We've been busy lining up keynote speakers, and we are working hard to make our March conference in