PAC Con is an annual gathering for performing arts groups to learn, share, and build community.
Save the Date!
The Fall 2026 Performing Arts Council Conference will take place on Thursday, September 24th through Sunday, September 27th. Remember: groups in the Performing Arts Council have attendance quotas and some sessions will be mandatory.
Now accepting presenters and proposals
We are excited to once again offer a Call for Proposals for anyone who wishes to participate. This means we would love to hear your suggestion for a session topic – or even better, your proposal to lead your own PAC Con session. Students, faculty, staff, and community partners are invited to propose content! Please submit proposals by Sunday, 8/23/26.
Register now for PAC Con 2026!
This year’s PAC Conference begins on Tuesday, September 22nd and runs through Saturday, September 26th.
PAC Con is open to all students with an involvement in the performing arts. Check the session listing and RSVP to let us know you’re coming!
ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS
⚠️ PAC groups who only meet partial attendance quotas will receive 1 demerit; fulfilling no attendance will result in 2 demerits.
Attendees are responsible for reporting back to their groups on any relevant content.
For PAC Groups, mandatory attendance is as follows:
- Tuesday, 9/22, 6pm – 7pm: Shop Hours, Load-ins, and Strikes, Oh My! is mandatory for Technical Directors in TAC-e groups, Singers, Bloomers, Mask & Wig, and Glee, even if your group is not producing a Fall ’26 show.
- Thursday, 9/24, 5:15pm – 6:45pm: Keynote: Understanding Harm & Implementing Student Accommodations is mandatory for a Board member from each PAC group.
- Thursday, 9/24, 7pm – 7:50pm: Don’t be Left in the Dark: Hiring Student Techs is mandatory for artistic/show chairs of PAC groups producing a Fall ’26 show, who do not have internal lighting and sound technicians in their membership.
- Thursday, 9/24, 8pm – 9:20pm: Another Openin, Another Show: PreProds is mandatory for show chairs/producers of PAC groups producing a Fall ’26 show.
- Friday, 9/25, 2:30pm-3:20pm: Space Sharing is Space Caring is mandatory for show chairs/producers of groups who will be sharing their venue during a Fall ’26 show.
- Friday, 9/25, 3:30pm-4:20pm: Intro to PLA Venues is mandatory for PAC groups producing a Fall’ 26 show in the Prince, Zellerbach, and IGT.
- Groups must send a different member (not one of the same people attending mandatory content) to at least one additional session.
Mandatory sessions for individuals are as follows:
- Friday, 9/25, 4pm – 5pm: EtiquetTECH is mandatory for individuals who will be lighting or sound techs for Fall ’26 shows.
- Saw and Order (Thursday, 9/24, 7pm – 7:50pm OR Saturday, 9/26, 4-5pm) is mandatory for anyone planning to build/use the saws in the PAC Shop. It will be repeated throughout the semester.
Contact the PAC Exec Board if you have questions or conflicts that prevent you from meeting your attendance quotas.
EXTRA, EXTRA...
Arrive early or stick around after your sessions to pick up a meal, available on Thursday 9/24 in the Platt House lobby!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What if I have a conflict for a mandatory session? That’s ok – another knowledgeable member may attend as your proxy.
What if I have rehearsal? Well, this is your get out of rehearsal free pass! PAC groups are required to excuse members from rehearsal for any mandatory sessions.
Can I arrive late / leave early? If needed, but note that groups will only get credit for attendees who are present for at least 75% of the session content.
What sessions are mandatory for Independent (non-PAC) groups? Potentially EtiquetTECH, which is mandatory for lighting or sound techs, and Saw and Order, which is required for anyone planning to build or use saws in the PAC Shop in Fall ’26. Otherwise, we highly recommend that Independent Group members attend as much content as possible to benefit from these training sessions!
How do I enter the daily raffles? Register and attend any session during PAC Con, and you’ll be entered into that day’s raffle for prizes including free tickets and games! Stay tuned to @pennplatthouse on Instagram for prize announcements.
What does my group get if we send lots of attendees? The groups with the highest percentage of members in attendance will be entered into a raffle for our grand prize… to be announced!
Thanks for a great PAC Con 2025!
This year’s Performing Arts Council Conference has been a blast! We loved seeing you responding to the great session content, digging into the Pattaya dinner, and finding unexpected swag in the post-session treasure chest.
We want to hear from as many people as possible about their experience. What did you like, and what could be better? Let us know on the PAC Con 2025 Survey.
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PAC Con 2025 Materials
Review recordings, slides, and resources from our PAC Con sessions in 2025!
Pre-Prod Form Review
- Pre-Prod Forms Slides
- Email pacshop4100@gmail.com to access the session recording.
