Incorporated in 1965, Associated Designers of Canada is a national arts service organization dedicated to representing set, costume, lighting, projection and sound designers working in the live performing arts in Canada.  

ADC is committed to promoting theatrical stage design on a nation-wide basis by:

• Promote theatrical design as an art form and artistic profession in Canada.
• Raise professional and public awareness of design and the importance of its role in the Canadian theatre industry through leadership and advocacy.
• Provide assistance and support to the professional interests of all designers working in the Canadian theatre industry, at any stage of their career.
• Contribute significantly to the vitality of the creation, production, and presentation of theatre in Canada.

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     •  providing opportunities for networking and collaboration for our members and the design community as a whole