August 20-21, 2010
Hosted by Des Moines (IA) Playhouse
The Education Directors Conference is for
persons, whatever their titles, who are responsible for their theatres’
educational programs. Topics will include just about every aspect of conducting
educational programs: what programs to offer, setting curriculum, juggling the
schedule, selecting instructors, marketing,
registration, and making sure all runs smoothly. Discussion will be guided by
Kathy Pingel, Education Director for Des Moines Playhouse.
Registration Fee: $149 AACT member, $179
non-member.
Artistic Directors Conference
November 7-8, 2010
Hosted by Theatre Winter Haven (FL)
The Artistic Directors Conference is designed
to benefit each theatre’s long range artistic vision and goals, and the
direction of the theatre’s programming. Topics will include artistic
resources, developing the season, collaborating with the design team, working
with guest directors, managing and developing volunteer actors, ideas for youth
and senior theatre, minority participation, encouraging
new works, and dealing with administrative
necessities. Discussion will be guided by Carole Ries, President/CEO of Topeka
Civic Theatre and Academy.
Registration Fee: $149 AACT member, $179
non-member