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Early Bird Sessions

No additional fee, advance registration required.
Sessions have a limited capacity. Check with LHAT registration desk to see if a spot is still available.
First come, first served.
Check session descriptions below or the app for room locations.
Historic Theatre Renovation 101: A Framework for Planning Successful Projects
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm, Empire B, Mezzanine Level
Thinking about acquiring, restoring, and revitalizing a historic theatre? Already have one and need some help? This
early-bird, in-depth session – featuring a team of leading experts in theatre planning, design, operation and tax credit
financing – presents an overview of a historic theatre renovation project. Designed for historic theatre owners, community leaders,
board members, senior staff and others who are considering, beginning or participating in the renovation of a historic theatre, this
in-depth session will help you develop a clear understanding of your role in the process. Groups who want to renovate a historic
theatre are encouraged to attend as a team.
Presenters:
Robert Bull Jr., President, The Compass Group, Alexandria, VA
Jen Davel, Vice President and Midwest Regional Director, Heritage Consulting Group, Milwaukee, WI
Michael DiBlasi, ASTC, IALD, Partner, Schuler Shook Theatre Planners, Minneapolis, MN
Becky Hancock, Executive Director, Historic Tennessee Theatre, Knoxville, TN
Michael R. Schnoering, FAIA, Partner, Mills + Schnoering Architects, LLC, Princeton, NJ
Alec Stoll, ASTC, Principal, Stages Consultants, Highland Park, NJ (moderator)
The Power of the Historic Theatre
4:00 pm - 4:45 pm, Empire A, Mezzanine Level
Come join Ken Stein for a story about the small, historic theatre that outperformed its larger, newer competitors
despite its smaller stage, cramped seats, tiny lobby and… well we all know about historic theatre bathrooms. In this
inspiring true story, you will learn that most shows can play almost anywhere, but they are better when they play a historic stage.
Learn how to refine your marketing and fundraising skills to sell more tickets, raise more donations, and have more fun because
you don’t operate a theatre - you operate a historic theatre. There really is a difference and we can put a $ value on that difference.
What is the value of your history? You might be pleasantly surprised! If you’re a first-time attendee, after the session, follow Ken to
the First Timers Welcome Lounge to enjoy a cold beverage and learn what to expect and how to make the most of your first LHAT
Conference.
Presenter:
Ken Stein, President & CEO, League of Historic American Theatres

First Timer’s Welcome Lounge
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm, Ballroom Pre-Function
If this is your first LHAT National Conference, please make time on Sunday to stop by the First Timers Welcome Lounge. Enjoy a cold
beverage and meet some fellow attendees. Ask questions and get pointers from seasoned LHAT conference attendees -- important
things like:

• Don’t forget to wear your name badge. It’s your ticket to events and tours!
• Attend any education session you like; no need to sign up in advance (except for Early Bird Sessions).
• If you came with a group, consider not sitting together at social events and splitting up for education sessions - divide and
conquer!
• Don’t worry - the conference will seem overwhelming no matter what you do; just try to take in as much as you can.
• You’re here to network in person, so do as much as you can. Take advantage of having one-on-one access to LHAT’s “brain
trust” - the people who have “been there and done that.” LHAT folks are very willing to share their own tips, techniques,
technologies, and best practices for historic theatre (and personal) success and survival. Remember, they were once first
timers just like you!
We also encourage you to make time before the Lounge opens to attend one or more of this year’s Early Bird Sessions. All sessions
offer extremely valuable information and resources for people new to LHAT and/or the historic theatre industry.

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