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  • Call for Adjudicators!

    By: Ginny Butsch Ginny Butsch , 3 days ago
    EdTA is seeking volunteer adjudicators for a variety of opportunities. This includes adjudicators for our International Thespian Excellence Awards (Thespys), scholarships, awards, grants, performances, and more. Please complete the application at the link below and we will reach out with opportunities that match your interests and availability. Feel free to share this link with other teachers, theatre professionals, and EdTA members.

  • FEB 25: THEATRE EDUCATOR PRO WEBINAR – Director's Cut (Curating. Unbiased. Theatre.)

    By: Ginny Butsch Ginny Butsch , 7 days ago
    Theatre arts educators and directors play a pivotal role in establishing an inclusive artistic environment that embraces diversity and is demonstrative of truth in storytelling. This webinar on Thursday, February 25 at 7:30pm Eastern is designed to support participants in evaluating the discriminatory practices and exclusionary behaviors that divide our American stages. Join Nikki Toombs, Director of Education at Kenny Leon's True Colors Theatre Company, for a guided discussion and assessment, in which participants will identify best practices that curate anti-racist theatre that is created for, is a reflection of, and is inclusive to all cultures and communities.

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    Shows for 2 week older elementary summer camp

    By: Stephanie Schultze , 5 hours ago

    In an effort to rebuild our theatre program (post-pandemic), we are going to offer a two-week summer camp for grades 3 - 6 and would like the camp to be geared around a 30-minute musical.  I would love suggestions and insights into your favorite shows ...

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    Makeup Safety

    By: Gene Flaharty , yesterday

    I have been teaching makeup safety for years. I agree with everyone's input. Here are some helpful tips. If you are going to use cream makeup and divide it out on plates, Don't use paper, it will absorb the oil. Use plastic plates or containers that ...

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    Almost, Maine, outdoors

    By: Michael Bergman , 3 days ago

    Hi all, Has anyone done "Almost, Maine" in an outdoor setting? We're looking at doing it this spring, and, to avoid lots of issues, I'm thinking about setting up some chairs and lights in a field and doing it there- makeshift platform stage with minimal ...

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    NYU student call back-repertoire audition help

    By: Melinda Carlson , 16 days ago

    Good morning, One of my students got a call back to NYU for musical theater.  She has a great range... amazing top. 3 songs from different eras. Suggestions for ballad?! And any contrasting songs if you'd like. ------------------------------ Melinda ...

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    New Junior Troupe Advice?

    By: Lauren van Thiel , 4 months ago

    Hi! I just chartered our my first troupe last year, and I've never had the opportunity to actually be in a troupe myself when I was in school.  I've been directing my middle school's theatre program for about 8 years now, and we have a really strong number ...

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    A new national campaign on behalf of theatre and other arts education

    By: James Palmarini one month ago

    It has been a year like no other in education. As a theatre educator, like all other teachers, the pandemic demanded that you pivot your instruction and do your best to ensure meaningful learning outcomes for your students -- whether in a virtual, hybrid, ...

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    Community Spotlight: Lindsay Brustein

    By: Ginny Butsch 2 months ago

    One of the main goals for our Theatre Education Community is to help theatre students and professionals from all over connect and identify with each other in order to build resources and support the theatre education field. We shine a spotlight on different ...

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    Community Spotlight: Julie Hanisch

    By: Ginny Butsch 3 months ago

    One of the main goals for our Theatre Education Community is to help theatre students and professionals from all over connect and identify with each other in order to build resources and support the theatre education field. We shine a spotlight on a different ...

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    Community Spotlight: Marie Miguel

    By: Ginny Butsch 5 months ago

    One of the main goals for our Theatre Education Community is to help theatre students and professionals from all over connect and identify with each other in order to build resources and support the theatre education field. We shine a spotlight on a different ...

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    Teaching Artist Spotlight: Suzanne Maguire

    By: Ginny Butsch 6 months ago

    We recently launched a new Community program called Teaching Artist Directory . This directory is an EdTA members-only benefit that helps you find skilled theatre professionals to lead workshops in your classroom or at an event.   Our latest ...