For more information on Community Engagement events, you can always call the ASF Box Office at 334-271-5353.
ASF Insights
This series provides a thought-provoking and behind-the-scenes look at the work on the stage and the art of theatre.
Sponsored by Auburn University at Montgomery.
Disney’s Frozen The Broadway Musical
Speakers ASF Artistic Director Quin Gresham and Puppeteer Zae Clark
Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025
12:45 – 1:30 p.m.
Octagon Theatre
Free & Open to All
Puppet Talk: From Disney Animation to the Festival Stage
Expect fun demonstrations, creative secrets, and maybe even a few surprise guests — join in on the magic to find out more!
Bard Talk
30 minutes before each public performance of a Shakespeare play, join us for a brief summary of the production’s themes, plot points, and story. Led by Dramaturg Dr. Susan Willis.
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Much Ado About Nothing
ASF Patrons’ Room
Mar. 19 – Apr. 5, 2026
Conversations at Kress
Using ASF’s plays as inspiration, our facilitators will lead community town halls about current issues in our region. Guest panelists will include local elected officials, school board members, students, thought leaders, community members, and artists. Hosted by Kress on Dexter.
ReCON$truXion
Downtown MGM – Kress on Dexter
Sat., Apr. 25, 2026
Moderated by Dr. Shakita B. Jones
Talkbacks
Audience members at select performances are led in a postshow discussion about the themes of the play.
The Lehman Trilogy
Octagon Stage
Sun., Feb. 1, 2026
Following 2:00 p.m. matinee
ReCON$truXion
Octagon Stage
Sun., April. 26, 2026
Following 2:00 p.m. matinee
Sensory-Friendly Performances
Sensory-friendly performances are designed to provide a supportive and judgment-free environment for people affected by sensory processing challenges so they may enjoy the shared experience of live theatre.
See our social story here.
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Disney’s Frozen The Broadway Musical
Friday, January 2 at 2:00 p.m.
To make this performance more sensory-inclusive, the production will have these modifications:
• House lights remain on throughout the performance
• LOUD SFX volume reduced
• Reduced or eliminated sudden blackouts
• Audience members are free to enter/exit as needed
• Relaxed house rules for devices & noise
• Quiet space(s) available
• ASF & KultureCity sensory bags available for check-out and use during your visit
• Limited capacity to allow space between parties
• “Meet Your Seat” events for sensory-friendly performance ticketholders (patrons will be notified about Meet Your Seat events for their SF performance)
• ASF staff trained to cultivate a welcoming environment and offer assistance where needed
If you have questions about our sensory-friendly performance, please contact our education team at [email protected].
To view our archive of previous community engagement events, click here.