Performing Arts Coalition (PAC)
The Performing Arts Coalition (PAC), is a platform for European and international performing arts networks to collaborate on advocacy for the performing arts, conducting joint actions and research, exchanging knowledge, and pooling resources.
Our mission is to strengthen the role of the performing arts in society by advocating for policies that recognise their unique value. PAC was founded in 2025 by ASSITEJ - International Association of Theatre and Performing Arts for Children and Young Audiences, Circostrada - European Network for contemporary circus and outdoor arts, EDN - European Dance Development Network, EFA - European Festivals Association, and IETM - International network for contemporary performing arts.
PAC is set up as part of the Creative Europe Network projects of the five networks. The joint membership of the networks is based in over 90 countries worldwide and counting over a thousand of organisations and professionals.
Our Research:
Cross-Border Collaboration In The Performing Arts
Report - 20 May 2026
Between Rhetoric and Reality: Cultural Rights, Artistic Freedom, and Democratic Resilience
Report - 13 January 2026
Past actions:
PAC Policy Event - Art and Democracy: What’s at stake today?
28 January 2026 | 14:00 - 15:30 CET, online
