Main Stage Showcase
There's nothing like the rush of presenting or watching a show on the ITF Main Stage!
ITF’s main stage showcase honors students, teachers, and Thespian troupes by showcasing their amazing work in theatrical production in front of thousands of fellow Thespians and theatre educators at the annual festival.
2027 Main Stage Showcase Guide
Explore the Main Stage Showcase Guide below to learn about performance eligibility and production requirements, the adjudication and selection process, and more.
2027 Update: Troupes may now perform on the ITF Main Stage in consecutive years!
Ready to Bring Your Show to the International Thespian Festival?
Step 1: Complete Your Adjudication Form
Submit your Main Stage Adjudication Form by October 1, 2026.Adjudication Materials, including a link to live video recording and video licensing materials, are due within one week of your performance. *Note: for performances between November 24-30, all materials must be received by December 1, 2026, regardless of performance date.*
As part of this process, you will also be asked to complete and upload:
Step 2: Pay the Adjudication Fee
Once your Adjudication Form is submitted, EdTA will send an invoice for the $349, non-refundable Adjudication Fee. Payment is due by December 1, 2026.Your application will not be adjudicated until payment is recieved.
Title 1 schools can request to have the fee waived by submitting a Title 1 School Verification Form. If you have already submitted this form and been verified as a Title 1 school, this will be reflected in your invoice.
Important Dates
| October 1, 2026 | Main Stage Adjudication Forms due |
| December 1, 2026 | Main Stage Adjudication Fee payments due |
| December 1, 2026 | For performances occuring between November 24-30: Main Stage Adjudication Materials (link to live video recording and video licensing materials) are due, regardless of performance date |
| January 15, 2027 | Main Stage feedback provided |
| January 22, 2027 | Main Stage or Opening Showcase Invitations issued |
| January 27, 2027 | Main Stage Acceptance Forms due |
| February 2027 | Main Stage line-up announced |
Now Seeking ITF Main Stage Adjudicators!
Are you a theatre professional who's passionate about supporting student artistry? EdTA is seeking experienced educators, directors, and performers to serve as adjudicators for the 2027 ITF Main Stage selection process. Adjudicators will review recorded productions from across the county and provide constructive, growth-minded feedback to help theatre programs thrive.
Apply by September 23, 2026.
Questions?
Questions about applying for Main Stage? Contact us using the link below.