Festival Programming Schedule

This event allows students to engage with colleges and universities who value all forms of diversity on their campus and among their student body. Students will have an opportunity to practice networking skills with college and university representatives in a casual setting. Any student who identifies as diverse is invited to attend this session. 

Calling all Troupe Directors, Chapter Leaders, Sponsors, and Exhibitors: Join us for a welcome reception just for you! Following the Opening Ceremony, we’ve set aside time for us to officially come together and celebrate for the first time in 2 years. There’ll be plenty of food, drinks, and camaraderie. Let’s raise a glass to the return of in-person festivals and the hard work we’ve all done to get here.

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! At this year’s Town Hall, the ice cream will be topped off with a helping of good things happening at EdTA. This session is an opportunity for EdTA adult members to learn about the association’s recent accomplishments, as well as ask questions and network with EdTA leadership. The program includes recognition of outgoing EdTA board members. Don’t miss your chance to meet the organization’s leaders while enjoying a sweet treat.

To all the dedicated theatre teachers who create opportunities for your students to shine, here’s your moment in the spotlight! This dinner is dedicated to applauding your work shaping lives through theatre education. This event is open to all teachers — take time out to celebrate and network with your fellow educators.

Oh, so you wanted to prove you’re the bee’s knees and show up first? Just kidding! Welcome to ITF 2022 and our weeklong showcase of the very best school theatre has to offer! Get settled in at your residence hall, review your schedule, and explore our beautiful new home on the IU Bloomington campus

Welcome to ITF 2022 and our weeklong showcase of the very best school theatre has to offer! Get settled in at your residence hall, review your schedule, and explore our beautiful new home on the IU Bloomington campus!

Swing by the official Thespian Shop and stock up your favorite ITS apparel and flair. Don’t miss the exclusive items only available at ITF 2022, plus many best sellers and must-go clearance items, too!

Swing by the official Thespian Shop and stock up your favorite ITS apparel and flair. Don’t miss the exclusive items only available at ITF 2022, plus many best sellers and must-go clearance items, too!

Swing by the official Thespian Shop and stock up your favorite ITS apparel and flair. Don’t miss the exclusive items only available at ITF 2022, plus many best sellers and must-go clearance items, too!

Featuring Betsy Werbel of Broadway Plus

A true Broadway veteran, Betsy trained at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music and has spent years on stage in the Broadway and touring productions of Wicked and Les Miserables. Now, on the business side of the industry, Betsy focuses on Broadway sales and Educational Experiences for Broadway Plus. Ask Betsy about her time in "Oz" as well as her passion for the business side of theatre.

Bring your theatermakers together for a thrilling day of collaboration with The 24 Hour Plays! Learn about our educational licensing offerings and how The 24 Hour Plays can provide new creative opportunities for your students, all in just twenty-four hours!

Get the inside scoop on the many helpful theatrical resources offered by MTI. From apps to help rehearse and perform your show’s score to customizable branded social media marketing assets, MTI’s resources make an impact no matter where you are on your theatrical journey.

Everybody loves a farce! But do you have what it takes to pull it off? (Hint: you do.) Chat with Broadway Licensing about producing knee-slapping, standing-ovation-earning, laugh-out-loud comedies. She answers your frequently asked questions about maneuvering technical obstacles, performing comedy with your students, and tackling the large-scale plays that get audiences excited with titles like Clue, The Play That Goes Wrong, and The Alibis. 

Mermaids, Mystics, and Mary Poppins. This informative session is for anyone considering flying people in your next show. What do you need to know going into this process and what should you expect during it all? How is it done? What companies can you call? Is it safe? Flying director, college professor, and life-long theater technician William Ian Auld covers these topics and more including practical demonstrations of what the harnesses will look like and even set and staging considerations for your show. After this session, you are invited to stop back by our exhibit booth to discuss any specific questions or concerns you may have about your production or program. 

Don’t miss this showcase of all things theatre! You can explore the theatre world from top to bottom in the exhibit hall: visit colleges and universities, learn about the latest in theatre tech, pick up some hot new scripts to read, or network with industry professionals. Plus, be sure to fill in your passport cards to win fun prizes!

Don’t miss this showcase of all things theatre! You can explore the theatre world from top to bottom in the exhibit hall: visit colleges and universities, learn about the latest in theatre tech, pick up some hot new scripts to read, or network with industry professionals. Plus, be sure to fill in your passport cards to win fun prizes!

Don’t miss this showcase of all things theatre! You can explore the theatre world from top to bottom in the exhibit hall: visit colleges and universities, learn about the latest in theatre tech, pick up some hot new scripts to read, or network with industry professionals. Plus, be sure to fill in your passport cards to win fun prizes!

Don’t miss this showcase of all things theatre! You can explore the theatre world from top to bottom in the exhibit hall: visit colleges and universities, learn about the latest in theatre tech, pick up some hot new scripts to read, or network with industry professionals. Plus, be sure to fill in your passport cards to win fun prizes!

Don’t miss this showcase of all things theatre! You can explore the theatre world from top to bottom in the exhibit hall: visit colleges and universities, learn about the latest in theatre tech, pick up some hot new scripts to read, or network with industry professionals. Plus, be sure to fill in your passport cards to win fun prizes!

By Jonathan Rand
Presented by Bishop Gorman Catholic High School; Troupe 4347; Las Vegas, NV
Director: Elena Ferrante-Martin

Soon after their relationship ends, Guy and Girl are forced by their well-intentioned best friends to plunge back into the dating pool. Unfortunately, that pool is filled with foot-reading psychics, frustrated polygamists, and extreme accountants…And pirates. But are blind dates really that unbearable? Yes. Yes they are.

By Kristen Doherty
Presented by Hoboken High School; Troupe 7268; Hoboken, NJ
Directors: Derek Kinnear, Britteny Schruefer, Danielle Miller

TEEN examines social and emotional issues faced by contemporary teenagers. Designed to be performed and watched in a high school context, TEEN consists of a selection of short scenes and monologues written within the genre of Epic Theatre. Issues such as bullying, body image, peer group pressure, jealousy, love, anxiety, friendship struggles, sexuality, and relationships with parents are explored. Every scene is based on real life accounts and events; some funny, some challenging, some heartbreaking, but all real.

By Ed Monk
Presented by North Moore High School; Troupe 4945; Robbins, NC
Director: Kimberly Fielder-Jones

In the near future, an American soldier sits in a combat zone, trapped by a land mine. As he waits to see what will happen to him, scenes from his past, present, and future unfold around him.

By Nora Ephron and Delia Ephron, based on the book by Ilene Beckerman
Presented by Patuxent High School; Troupe 6194; Lusby, MD
Director: Allen Price

Love, Loss and What I Wore follows fragmented stories about the nostalgic power of women’s clothing. The throughline is narrated by Gingy, a wise woman who reminisces about what she wore at milestones in her life—complete with sketches of the styles. Like a long heart-to-heart with your best friend over coffee with odes to black clothing, cowboy boots, and outfits that make mothers cringe, Love, Loss and What I Wore is unabashedly girly—in a good way.

By George Brant
Presented by Spotswood High School; Troupe 6794; Penn Laird, VA
Director: Justine Mackey

Elephant's Graveyard is the true tale of the tragic collision of a struggling circus and a tiny town in Tennessee, which resulted in the only known lynching of an elephant. Set in September of 1916, the play combines historical fact and legend, exploring the deep-seated American craving for spectacle, violence, and revenge. Note: The nature of the events described or re-enacted in this play may be disturbing to some.

By Stephen Gregg
Presented by Hamilton High School; Troupe 6030; Chandler, AZ
Director: Christina R. Vail

Emily desperately wants to play the lead in her high school's production of Romeo and Juliet. Instead, she gets a one-line, four-word role. Nonetheless, she tells her parents (who will be out of town during the performance) that she got the lead, and suddenly, things spin way out of control. Mom and Dad cancel their vacation plans and invite every relative they can round up to come visit and see their daughter play Juliet. This outlandishly funny and very touching play is about the roles we all play—in theatre and in life.

By William Shakespeare, Adapted by Jon Jory
Presented by Mount Carmel Academy; Troupe 2075; New Orleans, LA
Director: Kristi Jacobs-Stanley

Four Athenian lovers run away to the forest where they become prey to the whims of the mischievous fairies who inhabit it. This adaptation of Shakespeare’s most-popular comedy of adventure, marriage, and forest creatures mixes contemporary and classical language to present a one-of-a-kind new take on The Bard’s work.

By Peter Tarsi
Presented by Salina Central High School; Troupe 639; Salina; KS
Director: Barbara Hilt

A group of strangers meet in a dirty subway station. They have arrived with limited personal belongings, their watches have stopped, and they all claim to be in different cities. Soon they learn there is no way out of the station, and the unfortunate truth is told to them: they are all dead. Since subway stations have two sides, they reason the train leaving from one platform must be bound for heaven, while the train leaving from the other platform must be bound for hell. But which platform are they on? As the subway train finally approaches, they must decide whether to stay and reflect upon their lives, or to have faith and climb aboard to their final destination.

By Peter Tarsi
Presented by Salina Central High School; Troupe 639; Salina; KS
Director: Barbara Hilt

A group of strangers meet in a dirty subway station. They have arrived with limited personal belongings, their watches have stopped, and they all claim to be in different cities. Soon they learn there is no way out of the station, and the unfortunate truth is told to them: they are all dead. Since subway stations have two sides, they reason the train leaving from one platform must be bound for heaven, while the train leaving from the other platform must be bound for hell. But which platform are they on? As the subway train finally approaches, they must decide whether to stay and reflect upon their lives, or to have faith and climb aboard to their final destination.

By Mike Kenny
Presented by Alma High School; Troupe 6338; Alma, AR
Director: Danny Hobson

April 1916. It’s Easter week in Dublin, Ireland and a rebellion is brewing. But political and military revolution is the last thing on young Christy Brady's mind. He’s just carrying a message for his Ma. It turns out to be just the first of many messages he carries that week, and each one takes him closer and closer to the heart of the conflict that would become known as the Easter Rising.

By Charles George
Presented by North Scott High School; Troupe 739; Eldridge, IA
Director: Stacie Kintigh

Filled with the raging conflict between "Good" and "Evil," this play is an absolutely hilarious melodrama about Desperate Daniel Desmond and his vile attempts to betray Bertha, the beautiful typewriter girl. Every possible angle of the old-time melodrama is incorporated: stolen diamonds, a vengeful scheme, manly heroism, and the pure and noble actions of our hero and heroine who unflinchingly face almost insurmountable odds!

By Bryan Starchman
Presented by Torrington High School; Troupe 757; Torrington, WY
Director: Christine Quillen

Everyone has some burden, but shared pain is always easier to bear. Divided We Fall shows us that any frustration, embarrassment, loneliness, and grief we are experiencing is not limited to ourselves. Whether it's feeling invisible, recovering from being victimized, running away to escape home life, or feeling guilty after failing to defend someone who needed help, the themes are universal for young people. Divided We Fall reminds us that although we may think we are all alone, there is actually love and support all around.

By James McLure
Presented by Vestavia Hills High School; Troupe 1437; Vestavia Hills, AL
Director: Jamie Stephenson

The setting is the front porch of Roy and Elizabeth’s home in Maynard, Texas, on a hot summer afternoon. Elizabeth and her friend Hattie are whiling away the time folding laundry, watching TV, sipping bourbon and Coke, and gossiping about the many open secrets which are so much a part of small-town life. They are joined by the self-righteous Amy Lee who, among other tidbits, can’t resist blurting out that Roy has been seen around town with another woman. While the ensuing conversation is increasingly edged with bitter humor, from it emerges a sense of Elizabeth’s inner strength and her quiet understanding of the turmoil which has beset her husband since his return from Vietnam. He is wild, and he is unfaithful, but he needs her, and she loves him. And she’ll be waiting for him when he comes home—no matter what others may say or think.

By Don Zolidis
Presented by Tupelo High School; Troupe 1949; Tupelo, MS
Director: Phillip Milner

Mom and Dad love to tell the story of how they met in 1986 – "pretty much the most awesome year ever." Trouble is, they remember their courtship completely differently. Mom's version makes their meeting sound like a sappy romantic comedy while Dad somehow makes himself the star of a karate battle. This tubular one-act is a crazy homage to bad 80s movies and the inadequacies of memory.

By Jacquelyn Priskorn
Presented by Clay County High School; Troupe 8840; Manchester, KY
Director: Donnie Stevens

Chelsea and Devon are best friends. When Chelsea shares her secret with Devon that she has cystic fibrosis, Devon creates a fantasy world for the two of them to live in as L’Sea, a woman who becomes a dragon twice a day and D’Nova, renowned artisan of comical barn wood signs and a magician’s apprentice. But Devon has a secret, too, and it is about to bring their whole fantasy world crashing down around them.

By Ray Bradbury
Presented by Arroyo Grande High School; Troupe 648; Arroyo Grande, CA
Director: Sophie Rhiannon Long

What would you do if you were a million miles from Earth and your rocket ship was hit by a meteor and suddenly split open, leaving you floating in space with only your communicator to link you and your six crew members? Faced with this problem, Bradbury's characters contemplate their fate and philosophize about life and its purpose in this contemporary drama.

By Christopher Durang
Presented by Tigard High School; Troupe 2833; Tigard, OR
Director: Deja Fitzwater

George Spelvin is NOT your average American accountant. Join George as he forced to understudy the leads in several iconic shows (or dreams...) where he does not know any of the lines. This comedic one-act dives into the world of nightmares, theater, romance, God, death, and maybe even accountants; No promises. It's surreal, it appeals, and it'll get you in your feels.

By Don Zolidis
Presented by Ridge Point High School; Troupe 7678; Missouri City, TX
Directors: Ireland Ga-an, Sophia Koepplinger

Amaryllis is determined to win her Girl Scout troop's cookie-selling contest, but she'll need more than charm to win first prize (a unicorn!) and avoid last place (which means getting kicked out of the troop!). So when sales droop, she naturally turns to the financial sector for advice. Soon she's faking a terminal illness, franchising her methods, and contracting with a payday lender to offer 30-year loans for cookies. Empowered is a hysterical homage to Glengarry Glen Ross and a send-up of the wild excesses of the financial crisis.

By Jiggs Burgess
Presented by Bridgeport High School; Troupe 7549; Bridgeport, WV
Director: Trina Byard

On the last day of his life, William Chesley Shaw is haunted, figuratively and literally, by his past. He had been the superintendent of the New London, Texas school district on March 18, 1937, when, due to a gas leak from an improperly installed pipe beneath the school, the New London school exploded. The children of the New London school, led by Amelia (the girl in the white pinafore), now haunt Shaw. Hurt and confused, Amelia cannot move on until she can forgive herself for her mistakes on that fateful day and Shaw for his leading to the tragedy. More a story of the search for redemption than an outright ghost story, The Girl In The White Pinafore asks tough questions about guilt and grief. Based on real events that touch our lives still.

By M.G. Davidson
Presented by Marianas High School, Troupe 5374; Francisco Mendiola Sablan Middle School, Troupe 88752; Green Meadows School, Troupe 89321; and Hopwood Middle School, Troupe 88755; Saipan, MP
Director: R. Jody Coloma

Ah, high school. The best worst four years of your life! The friends, the memories, the life lessons, and of course the... inevitably haunting embarrassments that will leave emotional scars for years to come! Join a group of real-life high school students as they uncover the wonders perils of gym class, the marvels horrors of field trips, the joy humiliation of prom, and many more of the numerous fond traumatizing aspects of life as a high school student.

The Educational Theatre Foundation’s Pathway program is designed to harness the power of school theatre to build racial equity. In its pilot phase, we’ve invited participants from Tri-Cities High School in the Atlanta metro area to share their production of Fela!, a show that welcomes its audience into the extravagant, decadent and rebellious world of Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. Using his pioneering music (a blend of jazz, funk, and African rhythm and harmonies), Fela! explores Kuti's controversial life as artist, political activist, and revolutionary musician. Featuring many of Fela Kuti's most captivating songs, this theatrical experience is a provocative hybrid of concert, dance, and musical theatre.

By Terrence McNally, Marc Shaiman, and Scott Wittman
Presented by North Broward Preparatory School; Troupe 5880; Coconut Creek, FL
Director: Brian Edgecomb
Based on the hit film and the incredible true story, this high-flying musical comedy about chasing your dreams (and not getting caught) is a big, bright spectacle. Seeking fame and fortune, precocious teenager Frank Abignale, Jr. runs away from home to begin an unforgettable adventure. With nothing more than his boyish charm, big imagination, and millions of dollars in forged checks, Frank successfully poses as a pilot, a doctor, and a lawyer, all while FBI agent Carl Hanratty inches dangerously closer to catching the imposter.

By Terrence McNally, Marc Shaiman, and Scott Wittman
Presented by North Broward Preparatory School; Troupe 5880; Coconut Creek, FL
Director: Brian Edgecomb

Based on the hit film and the incredible true story, this high-flying musical comedy about chasing your dreams (and not getting caught) is a big, bright spectacle. Seeking fame and fortune, precocious teenager Frank Abignale, Jr. runs away from home to begin an unforgettable adventure. With nothing more than his boyish charm, big imagination, and millions of dollars in forged checks, Frank successfully poses as a pilot, a doctor, and a lawyer, all while FBI agent Carl Hanratty inches dangerously closer to catching the imposter.

By Danny Rubin and Tim Minchin
Presented by Bradford High School; Troupe 4982; Kenosha, WI
Director: Holly Stanfield

How would you spend your time if you were forced to repeat the same day over and over again? Phil Connors, a seasoned big-city weatherman, is frustrated to be reporting the annual Groundhog Day ceremony in the small town of Punxsutawney, PA. His arrogance and cynicism are in direct contrast to the cheery townsfolk, who are perpetually ready to celebrate the winter holiday. As Phil awakens day after day, will he be forced to relive February 2nd for eternity? Or will he learn the secret that will set him free?

By Danny Rubin and Tim Minchin
Presented by Bradford High School; Troupe 4982; Kenosha, WI
Director: Holly Stanfield

How would you spend your time if you were forced to repeat the same day over and over again? Phil Connors, a seasoned big-city weatherman, is frustrated to be reporting the annual Groundhog Day ceremony in the small town of Punxsutawney, PA. His arrogance and cynicism are in direct contrast to the cheery townsfolk, who are perpetually ready to celebrate the winter holiday. As Phil awakens day after day, will he be forced to relive February 2nd for eternity? Or will he learn the secret that will set him free?

By Lauren Gunderson
Presented by Washburn Rural High School; Troupe 6193; Topeka, KS
Director: Maeghan Bishop

Without William Shakespeare, we wouldn’t have literary masterpieces like Romeo and Juliet. But without Henry Condell and John Heminges, we would have lost half of Shakespeare’s plays forever! After the death of their friend and mentor, the two actors are determined to compile the First Folio and preserve the words that shaped their lives. They’ll have to borrow, beg, and band together to get it done. Amidst the noise and color of Elizabethan London, The Book of Will finds an unforgettable true story of love, loss, and laughter – and sheds new light on a man you may think you know.

By Lauren Gunderson
Presented by Washburn Rural High School; Troupe 6193; Topeka, KS
Director: Maeghan Bishop

Without William Shakespeare, we wouldn’t have literary masterpieces like Romeo and Juliet. But without Henry Condell and John Heminges, we would have lost half of Shakespeare’s plays forever! After the death of their friend and mentor, the two actors are determined to compile the First Folio and preserve the words that shaped their lives. They’ll have to borrow, beg, and band together to get it done. Amidst the noise and color of Elizabethan London, The Book of Will finds an unforgettable true story of love, loss, and laughter – and sheds new light on a man you may think you know.

Don’t miss out on the fun of this ultimate collaboration for theatremakers! Everything's on the line when students write, rehearse, and perform a brand-new play in a single day! Yesterday, six production teams were assembled. Student writers churned out scripts overnight, and student directors and actors have rehearsed it all day today. And now, only 24 hours later, they’re ready to share it with you! Anything can happen!

Don’t miss the culminating event of the festival! Cheer on your fellow Thespians as they showcase the skills and talent that have earned them Thespy Awards and scholarships to pursue their love of theatre. This special event celebrates the high caliber work Thespians are known for and is sure to pack a few surprises and thrilling performances.

By Alan Menken, Howard Ashman, Tim Rice, Linda Woolverton
Presented by New Albany High School; Troupe 4501; New Albany, IN
Director: Amy Miller

The classic story of Belle, a young woman in a provincial French village, and the Beast, a tormented young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will return to his former self. But time is running out… This “tale as old as time” never fails to warm hearts and teach us how to love.

Welcome one and all to the International Thespian Festival 2022! This kick-off celebration is the official welcome to the festival and will feature highlights of the exciting events to come throughout the week and a few exciting performances courtesy of our generous sponsors. The theme of the evening is “Better Together” and we couldn’t be more thrilled to be back together again with all of you!

By Alan Menken, Howard Ashman, Tim Rice, Linda Woolverton
Presented by New Albany High School; Troupe 4501; New Albany, IN
Director: Amy Miller

The classic story of Belle, a young woman in a provincial French village, and the Beast, a tormented young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will return to his former self. But time is running out… This “tale as old as time” never fails to warm hearts and teach us how to love.

By William Inge
Presented by Paola High School; Troupe 66; Paola, KS
Director: Leslie Coats

In the middle of a howling snowstorm in 1955, a bus out of Kansas City pulls up at a cheerful roadside diner. All roads are blocked, and four or five weary travelers are going to have to hole up until morning. Cherie, the nightclub singer, is being pursued by Bo, the brash cowboy, but as secrets are spilled over the course of the night, destinies will be changed forever as this pair of young lovers struggle to find love in the modern world.

By William Inge
Presented by Paola High School; Troupe 66; Paola, KS
Director: Leslie Coats

In the middle of a howling snowstorm in 1955, a bus out of Kansas City pulls up at a cheerful roadside diner. All roads are blocked, and four or five weary travelers are going to have to hole up until morning. Cherie, the nightclub singer, is being pursued by Bo, the brash cowboy, but as secrets are spilled over the course of the night, destinies will be changed forever as this pair of young lovers struggle to find love in the modern world.

By Harvey Fierstein and Cyndi Lauper
Presented by Lincoln Southwest High School; Troupe 6547; Lincoln, NE
Director: Bob Henrichs

Based on an exhilarating true story about a struggling shoe factory, this musical will lift your spirits to high-heeled heights! Charlie Price has reluctantly inherited his father’s shoe factory, which is on the verge of bankruptcy. Trying to live up to his father’s legacy and save his family business, Charlie finds unexpected inspiration from Lola, a fabulous entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos. As they work to turn the factory around, the unlikely pair find that they have more in common than they ever dreamed possible and discover that when you change your mind about someone, you can change your whole world.

Note: This play contains mild language and subject matter. May not be suitable for small children.

By Harvey Fierstein and Cyndi Lauper
Presented by Lincoln Southwest High School; Troupe 6547; Lincoln, NE
Director: Bob Henrichs

Based on an exhilarating true story about a struggling shoe factory, this musical will lift your spirits to high-heeled heights! Charlie Price has reluctantly inherited his father’s shoe factory, which is on the verge of bankruptcy. Trying to live up to his father’s legacy and save his family business, Charlie finds unexpected inspiration from Lola, a fabulous entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos. As they work to turn the factory around, the unlikely pair find that they have more in common than they ever dreamed possible and discover that when you change your mind about someone, you can change your whole world.

Note: This play contains mild language and subject matter. May not be suitable for small children.

Written by Joe Calarco

Come see the first-ever staged reading of a brand-new play students have been workshopping all week! Debuting for the first time, Spring Break is the sequel to Calarco's 2020 play Winter Break. On the first night of spring break, new friendships are made and old ones are tested as the nineteen teenagers we first met in Winter Break continue to find joy, wonder, and heartache in the world they're trying to find their place in.

Written by Bree Lowdermilk, Kait Kerrigan, and Justin Elizabeth Sayre

Join us for this electrifying workshop of a new musical, written exclusively for ITF! Ernxst, or the Importance of Being is an electro-pop musical romp through Oscar Wilde’s classic, The Importance of Being Earnest. This innovative adaptation of Wilde’s seminal comedy maintains the original’s manners and misgivings in the search for love, but adds to Wilde’s vision by breaking down boundaries around gender and identity, reminding us all of the importance of being exactly who we are.

Always wanted an inside peek at the creative process? Come witness the development of an original play written by one of your fellow Thespians! Top-scoring Thespy Award playwrights are selected to workshop their pieces at ITF with a cast of fellow Thespians. A professional director and dramaturg have worked with the author during the week to cast, rehearse, and help to refine the students' original scripts, culminating with this live staged reading. Come see this unique glimpse into the development of a new student-written play!

What awards ceremony is complete without a red-carpet entrance? All attendees are welcome to dress to the nines and strut their stuff. With plenty of photo ops, you’ll experience the final night of ITF 2022 feeling like a star!

Watch the winning team complete the first ever Tech Challenge Obstacle Course!

Head over to your dining hall and scope out all your options before the crowds arrive tomorrow! Enjoy a healthy dinner before tonight’s get-to-know-you activities!

Adult attendees can take a detour from the hustle and bustle in this private space designated for you to unwind, network, refuel, and recharge – your phones and yourselves. Light grab-and-go snacks and beverages will be available, with plenty of soft seating where you can take a load off!

Adult attendees can take a detour from the hustle and bustle in this private space designated for you to unwind, network, refuel, and recharge – your phones and yourselves. Light grab-and-go snacks and beverages will be available, with plenty of soft seating where you can take a load off!

Adult attendees can take a detour from the hustle and bustle in this private space designated for you to unwind, network, refuel, and recharge – your phones and yourselves. Light grab-and-go snacks and beverages will be available, with plenty of soft seating where you can take a load off!

Adult attendees can take a detour from the hustle and bustle in this private space designated for you to unwind, network, refuel, and recharge – your phones and yourselves. Light grab-and-go snacks and beverages will be available, with plenty of soft seating where you can take a load off!

Students who wish to be adjudicated in-person for the Thespy Awards have brought their A-game to ITF! Adjudicators are on hand for all categories of Thespy Awards. Select top-scoring students will be invited to perform in the Thespy Award Showcase on Friday, where all “Superior”-scoring winners will be announced!

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

Show off your moves to your preferred colleges! Students interested in pursuing a musical theatre major or concentration are strongly encouraged to attend. You'll learn a dance combination and then perform it for college recruiting representatives. Participants must be registered for college auditions to participate.

View full PDI session descriptions and add them to your calendar on our Workshop Schedule here.

EdTA’s Professional Development Intensives (PDIs) are interactive workshops where theatre educators can develop their professional skills on specific topics and advance a graduate degree or earn credit required for continuing education. Three PDI workshops will be offered during the week of ITF and are open to EdTA member educators only; additional registration fees required. College credit is available.

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

Whew! Who knew a whole day of theatre could make you so hungry? Treat yourself to a satisfying dinner before tonight’s activities.

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

View full PDI session descriptions and add them to your calendar on our Workshop Schedule here.

EdTA’s Professional Development Intensives (PDIs) are interactive workshops where theatre educators can develop their professional skills on specific topics and advance a graduate degree or earn credit required for continuing education. Three PDI workshops will be offered during the week of ITF and are open to EdTA member educators only; additional registration fees required. College credit is available.

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

Time to recharge! Head over to your dining hall and satiate your grumbly tummy!

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

Whew! Who knew a whole day of theatre could make you so hungry? Treat yourself to a satisfying dinner before tonight’s activities.

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

View full PDI session descriptions and add them to your calendar on our Workshop Schedule here.

EdTA’s Professional Development Intensives (PDIs) are interactive workshops where theatre educators can develop their professional skills on specific topics and advance a graduate degree or earn credit required for continuing education. Three PDI workshops will be offered during the week of ITF and are open to EdTA member educators only; additional registration fees required. College credit is available.

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

Time to recharge! Head over to your dining hall and satiate your grumbly tummy!

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

Whew! Who knew a whole day of theatre could make you so hungry? Treat yourself to a satisfying dinner before tonight’s activities.

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

Time to recharge! Head over to your dining hall and satiate your grumbly tummy!

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

Whew! Who knew a whole day of theatre could make you so hungry? Treat yourself to a satisfying dinner before tonight’s activities.

What a week! We hope you have had your theatrical spirits recharged by celebrating the hard work and dedication students everywhere have poured into your theatre programs in 2021-2022. We can’t wait to see you next year in 2023!

If you are thinking about a career in technical theatre or are looking for some solid safety training to bring to your backstage experience at school, this workshop is not to be missed! Come learn skills that will last a lifetime in this day-long, hands-on, student-only training in counterweight rigging taught by industry professionals and internationally recognized experts on rigging. This first-ever EdTA student professional development course will set you apart and help you grow as a technician! Limit 20 students. Advance registration and additional registration fee required.

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

Time to recharge! Head over to your dining hall and satiate your grumbly tummy!

Whew! Who knew a whole day of theatre could make you so hungry? Treat yourself to a satisfying dinner before tonight’s activities.

Start your day off right and fuel your body for a packed day of theatre!

Start your day off right and fuel your body for a packed day of theatre!

Time to recharge! Head over to your dining hall and satiate your grumbly tummy!

Start your day off right and fuel your body for a packed day of theatre!

While all the other troupes arrive and get settled, you can take your time enjoying a leisurely breakfast!

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

View our full workshop lineup and add them to your planner here.

One of the highlights of attending ITF is being able to hone your theatre-making skills in almost every area. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, no matter what you’re interested in learning about, there’s likely a workshop dedicated to it! From technical theatre and design to acting, singing, and dance to marketing and producing, ITF has got you covered. Explore a new aspect of the theatre industry or sharpen the skills you already have!

Start your day off right and fuel your body for a packed day of theatre!