Association of British Theatre Technicians (ABTT)

Description

The ABTT is a Charity and membership organisation, created by a passionate group of technicians, to raise technical standards in theatre and live performance. Members specialise in providing technical advice, consultations, training, publications and vital resources while providing members with networking opportunities through events, seminars & exhibitions; incl. the ABTT Theatre Show.

Offers funding

No, this infrastructure does not provide funding.

Founding year

1961

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University of Cambridge

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