FAQ

Festival Participation & Eligibility

What does ACTF define as a student?

A bona fide student is:

  • An undergraduate student* registered for at least six semester or equivalent quarter hours;
  • A graduate student* registered for at least three semester or equivalent quarter hours;
  • Or a continuing part-time student* enrolled in a regular degree or certificate program.

*Undergraduate, graduate, and continuing part-time students must be matriculating and pursuing a degree at the time of the KCACTF official response.

Students that graduated or completed their programs in the immediately preceding calendar and who met the above requirements during their final term are also considered eligible- if you graduated in May as a full or part time students you are still eligible to attend the conference the next January. 

Does my school have to get a response for me to participate?

No! ACTF invites participation from any Bona Fide Student within the boundaries of the region. We know not every school has the means or will to receive a production response but that should not stop you from attending and fully participating in our conference. All are welcome!

Do I have to be nominated during a production response?

No!  Self submissions are an option for all programs. 

Individual Programs

What do you mean by programs?

The festival is made up of workshops, invited productions, and individual programs. These programs allow students to earn Regional and National recognition. Acting Scholarships (Irene Ryans), ITJA (Institute for Theatrical Journalism), DTM (Design, Tecnology & Management), Devised, Dramaturgy, MTI (Musical Theatre Intensive), NPP (National Playwriting Program), SDC Society of Directors & Choreographers), and ASPIRE (Arts Admin) are the programs.

Can I participate in multiple programs?

YES, and many do.

Area program coordinators will attempt to work with all participants to try to allow you to do as many programs as you want.  Please understand that this may not always be feasible.  If you have questions, please reach out to the program contacts on our Contact Us page.

Does my school have to get a response for me to participate?

No! As long as you attend (or graduated in the previous year) a school within our region you can register and participate.

I am registered for Festival, do I need to sign up for an individual program?

Most programs require participants to sign-up ahead of Festival, usually by December 15th.  See program specifics here.