Programming.
Every June, the National Alliance of Acting Teachers hosts a national congress. All members of the organization are invited to attend the event that features master teachers, panels, hands-on workshops, and the opportunity for intimate conversation about the craft of teaching acting. The 2017 congress will be held June 22-25 in New York City at The New School.
2017 National Congress
June 22-25 — The New School — New York, NY
About the Congress
DAY 1: Thursday, June 22, 2017
“Collaborative Work & Conversations”
Welcoming and introducing new members
Workshops and presentations from members
Reflecting on and exploring current issues in the field
DAY 2: Friday, June 23, 2017
“Perspectives: The Craft of Acting”
Workshops of various acting disciplines and methodologies
Panel and discussion on cross-curricular faculty collaboration
DAY 3: Saturday, June 24, 2017
“Training the Millennial Generation”
Exploring pedagogical challenges and opportunities
Supporting identity and inclusion through content/curriculum
Supporting psychological and emotional health of students
DAY 4: Sunday, June 25, 2017
“Advocacy & Program Development”
Envisioning an Alliance that serves the needs of teachers
Defining interests and opportunities for further collaboration
All workshops will take place at the Teresa Lang Center in The New School’s Arnold Hall, located at 55 West 13th Street, New York, NY.
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Participation in the National Congress is by invitation, extended to members of the National Alliance of Acting Teachers. A more detailed schedule, registration info and fees, and workshop presenter applications are shared directly with members via email.
If you have any questions regarding attending this year’s Congress or did not receive info by email, please contact Alex Birnie at abirnie@actingteachers.org.
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