BY-LAWS

Section 1: Name. The name of this corporation is The ACT 2 Theatre Company, and the corporation is authorized hereby to do business as The ACT 2 Theatre Company:  A Community Theatre, and will hereinafter in these By-Laws be referred to as ACT 2.

Section 2: Seal. The seal of the corporation shall be circular in form and shall bear on its outer edge The ACT 2 Theatre Company and A Community Theatre.

Section 3: Location. The principle location of the corporation shall be in Harrison County, West Virginia.

Section 4: Purpose. The corporation shall provide to the people of Harrison County and surrounding areas opportunities to participate in and enjoy community theatre and associated cultural and educational activities.

Section 1: Classification. The members of this corporation shall be divided into the following classes:

Section 1: Annual Meeting. There shall be an annual meeting of members at a time and place fixed by the Board of Directors or by majority vote at any membership meeting. At this annual meeting, an opportunity shall be provided for having a business meeting for consideration of business of the corporation, for action on the Board of Directors programs for the ensuing years and for hearing an considering reports of committees.

Section 2: Date, Time and Place of Meetings. The Board Chair shall designate the date time and place of all meetings.

Section 3: Quorum for Membership Meetings. At any meeting of the members, nine (9) members of the corporation present in person shall constitute a quorum for all purposes. In all matters voted upon, a majority of the members present in person and voting shall prevail, unless otherwise required by law.

Section 2: Board Meetings. The Board of Directors shall meet regularly at least four times each year. Special meetings of the Board of Directors may be called by the President as deemed necessary, or by any five (5) directors. Notice of such special meeting stating the place, date and time of such meeting, and the purpose where required by those By-Laws, shall be given to all members of the Board of Directors.

Section 3: Quorum for Board Meetings. A quorum shall consist of a majority of the directors.

Section 4: Voting. Each voting member may cast one (1) vote. There will be no proxy votes.

Section 5: Notice of Annual Business Meeting. Written or printed notice stating the place, day and hour of the meeting shall be advertised in the local newspapers and distributed to a current list of all members not less than fourteen (14) days before the date of the meeting.

Section 1: Number and Term of Office. The business of the corporation shall be managed by a Board of Directors comprised of nine (9) Directors elected for a term of three (3) years by the members at the annual business meeting.

Section 2: Initial Elections. The initial elections shall be organized so that the terms of board members do not expire together. The Incorporators of the Corporation shall be responsible for organizing the initial elections and setting initial terms of office.

Section 4: Election of Officers. The Board shall elect the officers of the corporation from the Board at a meeting to be held immediately after the annual meeting of the membership.

Section 5: Officers. The officers of the corporation shall be a President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, and the Immediate Past President.

Section 6: Vacancies. The Board of Directors shall nominate individuals to fill any Board vacancy created by the death, resignation, or disability of any elected officers of the association. The Board will then vote on those nominees. The replacement to serve until the next regular election. Election of a replacement officer by the Board of Directors shall be supervised by the highest ranking remaining officer.

Section 7: Unexcused Absences. Three consecutive unexcused absences from regular meetings of the Board of Directors shall result in an officer contacting the absent member about continued interest in participating on the board. The President of the Board of Directors shall have the authority to dismiss any member who fails to attend three consecutive regular meetings of the board. The Board of Directors shall have the authority to fill vacancies in its membership as recommended by the Nominations Committee. Such new directors shall fulfill the unexpired term if approved at the next annual meeting of the organization.

Section 1: President. The President shall not serve more than two (2) consecutive full terms. After an absence of one (1) year, a President may be re-elected. The President shall:

E. develop and maintain close contact with other organizations and foundations (such as the West Virginia Theatre Conference and the Southeaster Theatre Conference) that might give support to or require assistance from this corporation, through appointment of Liaison Officers or other means.

Section 2: Vice-President. The Vice President shall:

Section 3: Secretary. The Secretary shall:

D. shall perform such other duties and the Board may, from time to time, prescribe.

Section 4: Treasurer. The Treasurer shall:

Section 5: Past-President. The immediate Past-President shall be the Chairman of the Nominating Committee.

Section 1: Nominating Committee. The Nominating Committee shall consist of the Immediate Past President as chair, and two members elected by a majority vote at the annual membership meeting. All members of the organization are eligible for elected membership on the committee with the exception of those who have served on the committee within the preceding year. The duties of the Nominating Committee shall be:

Section 2: By-Laws Committee. The By-Laws Committee shall review all proposals for changes in the Articles of Incorporation, By-Laws, or Rules and make recommendations to the Board of Directors.

Section 3: Finance Committee. The Finance Committee shall consist of the Treasurer and two members appointed by the President. One shall be a director who is not currently on officer and one shall be a member who is not a Board member. The tentative budget presented by the Artistic Director and Administrative Director shall be approved by the Finance Committee before submission to the Board of Directors. The Committee shall explore additional sources of revenue and make periodic reports as directed by the President and or the Board of Directors on projected income, expenses, and related matters, to the Board of Directors for its consideration and action. The committee shall make recommendations to the Board of Directors on general fiscal  responsibility.

Section 4: Program Committee. The Program Committee shall consist of the five members , three of which must be on the Board of Directors. The President of the Board of Directors shall appoint the Chair of the Program Committee from among the five Board members appointed to the committee. It is the function of the Program Committee to insure that all ACT 2 artistic programs are consistent with the goals and mission of the organization. The Program Committee shall make recommendations to the Board of Directors on programs such as: play selection, artistic personnel (including guest artists), sponsorship of touring programs, and other artistic programs and projects.

Section 5: Fund Raising. The Fund Raising Committee shall consist of a chair and a minimum of two members appointed by the President. The Fund Raising Committee develops an annual fund raising plan based on priorities identified by the Board of Directors, prioritizes the organizations financial needs, and develops specific fund raising events and activities. The committee assists the Board by identifying granting sources, writing grant applications, and identifying individual and corporate donors.

Section 6: Marketing Committee. The Marketing Committee shall consist of a chair and a minimum of two members appointed by the President. The Marketing Committees charge is to work closely with the Company Administrator to plan and implement projects that seek to increase, broaden, and diversify ACT 2s audiences

Section 7: Theatre Facilities Committee. The Theatre Facilities Committee shall consist of a chair and a minimum of two members appointed by the President. The Theatre Facilities Committee is responsible for securing personnel for all front-of-house activities for all productions. These areas of responsibility include: box office, house management, concessions, lobby display, receptions, ticket tearing, and season ticket displays. In addition, the committee seeks ways to improve and maintain the facilities ACT 2 utilizes with special attention to accessibility issues.

ARTICLE VIII - MANAGEMENT OF THE ORGANIZATION

Section 1: The Board of Directors may employ or appoint an Artistic Director or Associate Artistic Directors, a Company Administrator, and other  professional assistance for the operation of the organization.

Section 2: The President shall appoint a Board of Directors liaison for each production. The liaison will address any issues that might arise during the course of rehearsals and production and assist the Company Administrator by promoting and supporting the show. Duties may include (but are not limited to): promotion, facilities management and box office scheduling. The board liaison should attend at the first rehearsal of the show to explain their position and availability to the cast. The board liaison should also attend the first technical or dress rehearsal to explain their position to the crew and to address any issues associated with the move-in.

Section 1: The Corporation shall keep correct and complete books and records of account and shall also keep minutes of the proceedings of its members, Board of Directors and Executive Committee, and shall keep a record giving the name and addresses of the members entitled to vote.

Section 2: All book and records of the Corporation may be inspected by any member, his agent or attorney for any proper purpose at any reasonable time.

Special accounts for endowments and other funds to be preserved, held and administered for special purposes may be established, regulated and abolished from time to time by the Board or the Executive Committee. Except as otherwise provided by the Executive Committee, all such special accounts shall be held and administered by three (3) Trustees elected by the Board to serve for three (3) year terms. Trustees may serve no more than two (2) consecutive terms and after an absence of one (1) year, may be re-elected.

Section 1: These By-Laws may be altered, amended or repealed and new By-Laws may be adopted by two-thirds vote of the Board of Directors at any meeting of the Board of Directors provided that at least fourteen (14) days notice is given to the Directors of the intention to alter, amend, repeal or adopt new By-Laws at such meeting.

Section 2: These By-Laws may be altered, amended or repealed only as compatible and consistent with the Laws of the State of West Virginia and permitted by the intendment of Section 501 (c) (3) of the 1954 United States Internal Revenue Code.