Associated Controls + Design

The backbone of theatrical excellence is expert installations. 🛠️💪 When lighting, rigging, AV, and control systems are installed with care, they not only work on day one, but they perform reliably for years to come.

Need expert advice on optimal functionality, long-term durability, safer operations, and smoother performance for every production?
📩 Contact ACD today: [email protected]

Save the Date! The League of Historic American Theatres' 50th Annual National Conference & Theatre Tour is coming to Indianapolis. 🎭 ACD will have a booth set up during the Expo on July 13th!

🗓️ Expo - July 13th
🗓️ Theatre Ramble - July 12-15th
📍 Indianapolis, IN

Mark your calendar for the 2026 METTS (Midwest Educational Technical Theatre Symposium), hosted by the Midwest Regional Section! Join Fritz & Leonard in Logansport, IN for a weekend of training sessions for educators, staff, and volunteers who work with students in the world of technical theatre.

📅 July 10-12, 2026
📍 McHale Performing Arts Center, Logansport Community High School

Add a POP of color to your architectural spaces to enhance the experience from all view points. ✨ Transform buildings, bridges, and spaces into eye-catching artwork designed to inspire, resonate, and fully immerse your audience. From theaters and theme parks to city landmarks and monuments, colorful lighting can be both functional and memorable.

Email us to get started on your next project at [email protected].

📍 4th Street Bridge in Waterloo, Iowa.

The ACD office team is expanding, and we’re thrilled to welcome our new Operations Coordinator, Lisa! She’ll be supporting our Operations Manager with purchase orders, invoicing, and so much more. Lisa graduated from Baylor University with a BFA in Theatre, and spent the following 12 years teaching middle and high school theatre in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, before coming to ACD. She is an extraordinary addition - welcome to the team, Lisa!!

❤️🤍💙 Today and every day, we remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Welcome back, Logan! 🤠 Joining the team for another summer at our Indy office, Logan has completed his first year at Purdue University Fort Wayne. We can't wait to see him in action on our project installations with the team!

When the curtain steals the show, you know that color hits just right! 🎭 From plush velvets and velours to lightweight muslins and canvas, we offer a full range of fabrics, weights, sizes, and colors to fit your venue to perfection. Make your performances unforgettable, starting with the curtains! ✨

Reach out today by visiting www.acdtheatrical.com/connect

Can you spot our team in the photos? We’re proud to have partnered on the installation of this state-of-the-art video wall, helping create a dynamic space for immersive learning and impactful storytelling.

Bring your stage to life! 🎭 Our expert team offers comprehensive sales and installation services for dimming systems and performance lighting, ensuring a smooth experience from start to finish.

Get started at acdtheatrical.com/connect
📍 Yorktown High School located in Yorktown, IN.