Theater consulting / Atlanta, Georgia / Nationwide

Spaces made for
the moments that matter.


Collaborative theater planning and technical design that connects architecture, performance, and the people who bring a space to life.

DESIGNING TOGETHER

Great theaters begin with listening.

Great theaters begin with listening.

We partner with architects, educational institutions, municipalities, and performing arts organizations to translate performance needs into thoughtful, functional design.


From early planning through construction, we help align architectural vision, technical requirements, and the experience of everyone who uses the space.



Based in Flowery Branch, just outside Atlanta, Georgia, we collaborate on projects nationwide.

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Our work / Selected experiencE

Spaces that tell a story.

From historic theaters to innovative performing arts centers, each project is shaped by its people, purpose, and place.

MACS Fine Arts Center theater in Charlotte, NC, with curved auditorium seating, balcony, and stage
educational theaters · charlotte, north carolina

MACS Fine Arts Center

A 600-seat proscenium theater and 100-seat studio theater supporting school arts programs.

Miller Theater in Augusta, GA, featuring auditorium seating, balcony, and stage lighting
Historic renovations · Augusta, Georgia

Miller Theater

Restoring a landmark theater for symphonic performance and touring productions.

New Tampa Performing Arts Center with tiered seating, red walls, and flexible theater design
Performing arts centers · Tampa, FLorida

New Tampa Performing Arts Center

A new studio theater designed with retractable seating and flexible systems.

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THE KS&A PERSPECTIVE

Think beyond the stage.

The best performance spaces work as well behind the scenes as they do in front of an audience.



Our approach brings an understanding of live production, theatrical operations, and technical systems into the architectural design process—helping create spaces that are practical to operate, adaptable, and ready for performance.

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What we do

Integrated theater design, from first concept to final detail.

01

Feasibility Studies & Programming

Define project goals, space requirements, priorities, and planning considerations before design begins.

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02

Concept Development

Align architectural vision with functional and technical requirements during early design.

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03

Auditorium Room Shaping

Shape performance spaces around audience experience, acoustical considerations, and presentation needs.

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04

Backstage Planning & Design Layout

Plan efficient backstage spaces, circulation, support areas, and production operations.

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05

Seating & Sightline Analysis

Develop seating configurations that prioritize visibility, audience comfort, and capacity.

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06

Performance Equipment Design

Prepare drawings and specifications for theatrical lighting, rigging, acoustics, staging, seating, and AV systems.

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COLLABORATION IN PRACTICE

Designed around the work
that happens within.

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COLLABORATION IN PRACTICE

Designed around the work that happens within.

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THE FIRM

Technical expertise.
Hands-on understanding.

Kyle Smith, ASTC, draws on more than 30 years in theater consulting and a career that includes engineering, stage work, and live production.

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2001

Firm established

30+

Years of theater consulting experience

Nationwide

Project experience across the United States

LET'S COLLABORATE

Have a performance space in mind?

Whether you're planning a new facility or reimagining an existing venue, we'd welcome a conversation about your project.

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