International Thespian Festival

Join us at the
2027 International Thespian Festival

June 27–July 2, 2027 | Louisville, KY

ITF 2027 Registration Fees and Hotel Info

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Connect with your crew.

Join thousands of Thespians, artists, educators, and Broadway pros who get what makes you you.

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Upgrade your stage skills.

Level up at workshops with everything from acting to tech, design, directing, and more.

Showcase your talents.

The Thespys®, BACKstage Challenge, college auditions, and more — put your skills on display.

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Experience theatre magic.

Over 50 full-length productions and one-act plays ignite the stage and inspire your creativity.

Catch up on what you missed at ITF 2026!

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What people are saying...

“ITF was the best investment I could make for professional development this summer, and it is a bargain!”

“I learn more attending ITF than I did in college! It presents and opportunity to collaborate, learn new techniques, and see what other schools can do.”

“It is a once in a lifetime opportunity to be around people who love what you love and to experience the art that we all share.”

“ITF was the best week of my life.”

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