UNSPSC 90131501: Theatrical performances or plays

UNSPSC 90131501 Theatrical performances or plays, a Commodity code, shows minimal recent state and local procurement activity aligned to its core scope. The recent opportunities posted under this code diverge significantly from theatrical performances: they include DJ services, mascot costume design, audio-visual and production rigging, sleigh ride operations, park event entertainment planning, and educational arts materials — activities that fall outside the theatrical-performance taxonomy. One solicitation (Dallas ISD's Academic Enrichment and Support / Visual and Performing Arts instructional materials) touches performing arts but encompasses consumables, technical equipment, costumes, and subscriptions rather than theatrical performance services themselves. Issuing bodies in the sample include state departments and universities (Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs, Savannah State University), county convention authorities (Georgia World Congress Center Authority, Pinellas County Convention and Visitors Bureau), municipal governments (City of Dallas, City of Conyers), and independent school districts (Dallas ISD, Community College of Rhode Island). No issuing body appears more than twice in the recent sample.

Recent activity clusters in Georgia, Nevada, Illinois, and Texas, with secondary activity in Florida and Rhode Island. Representative recent opportunities include the Nevada State Purchasing Department's request for Sand Harbor Sleigh Ride services (RFP, proposals due November 5, 2026), the Georgia World Congress Center Authority's audio-visual and production rigging services RFP (proposals due September 30, 2026), and the Community College of Rhode Island's Knight Mascot Costume RFQ (proposals due October 5, 2026). The sparse and tangential nature of recent postings under this code suggests either low demand for contracted theatrical performances among state and local buyers, inconsistent coding practice by procurement offices, or both. Business development professionals evaluating pursuit should verify directly with individual issuing bodies whether theatrical performance contracting aligns with active procurement calendars in target jurisdictions.