- American Society for Theatre Research
A U.S.-based professional organization fostering scholarship on worldwide theater and performance, both historical and contemporary.
- American Theatre Drama Society
Organization "dedicated to the study of theatre and drama in and of the Americas, its varied histories, traditions, literatures, and performances within its cultural contexts."
- Dramatists Guild of America
Established to aid dramatists in protecting both the artistic and economic integrity of their work.
- Theatre Library Association
Supports librarians and archivists affiliated with theater, dance, performance studies, popular entertainment, motion picture, and broadcasting collections. TLA fosters creative and ethical use of performing arts materials to enhance research, live performance, and scholarly communication. Founded in 1937,
- Black Theatre Network
Comprised of artists, educators, scholars, students, and theater lovers dedicated to the exploration and preservation of the theatrical visions of the African Diaspora. Formed as an independent organization in 1986,
- AATE {American Alliance for Theatre and Education}
- Association for Theatre in Higher Education | ATHE
- Educational Theatre Association
- United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT)