Apply to Be a Teaching Artist-in-Residence
Help shape tomorrow's theatre makers
Educational workshops are a highlight of the ITF experience. Students look forward to expanding their skill sets, working with new teachers and industry professionals, and exploring new aspects of theatre-making. Be among the educators that help keep the tradition of theatrical mentorship and learning alive and well for future generations!
Note: You must be available the entire week of ITF (June 23-27, 2025) to be selected.
Important Dates
| October 2, 2024 | First day to apply |
| November 6, 2024 | Last day to apply |
| Mid-January 2025 | Invitations Issued to presenters |
| February 2025 | Presenters announced |
What We’re Looking For
EdTA's strives to create dynamic theatrical experiences for Thespians by presenting engaging cutting-edge workshops at ITF that are reflective of the theme, "The future of theatre starts here." Workshops are 60 minutes and geared toward students. Proposals should:
- Reflect standards-based learning
- Demonstrate best thinking in the field
- Explain how participants will learn and grow from your content
- Show alignment with EdTA’s DEIA goals, which include addressing the under-representation of BIPOC presenters and encouraging culturally responsive education
Selection Process
Proposals are evaluated by a committee of educators using a field-tested scoring rubric that evaluates each proposal’s strength. EdTA staff makes final selections based on scores and scheduling needs. Selected presenters will be notified in mid-January and will have one week to accept the invitation to present.
Benefits
Selected presenters become "artists in residence" for the week of the festival and receive:
- Complimentary event registration
- Honorarium ($2,000 for 8 sessions)
- Campus housing and parking
- Meals at designated campus dining locations
- Access to performance tickets (based on availability)
- Networking opportunities among fellow teaching artists and leaders in the field of theatre education
Travel expenses (flights, mileage, rental cars) are the responsibility of the presenter.
Ready to Join Us at ITF?
The proposal submission window closed at 9 p.m. ET on November 6. Thank you to all who submitted workshop proposals! We look forward to reviewing the applications.
Questions?
Please contact education@schooltheatre.org with any questions about workshop submissions.
If you represent a company or organization in the theatre industry and are interested in presenting a sponsored workshop, please email advertising@schooltheatre.org.