An Interview With Tim Whalen, Director of External Affairs, American Conservatory Theater

Today, under the leadership of Carey Perloff and Ellen Richard, ACT is nationally recognized for its groundbreaking productions of classical works and bold explorations of contemporary playwriting. Since the reopening of the American Conservatory Theater (formerly the Geary) in 1996 after the theater was heavily damaged during the 1989 earthquake, ACT has enjoyed a remarkable period of audience expansion and renewed financial stability. The company continues to produce challenging theater in the rich context of symposia, audience discussions and community interaction.