Welcome to NYSTEA
Theatre transforms lives, and all children should have access to theatre education.
NYSTEA continues to be the primary Theatre Education advocacy organization in New York State, working in alliance with other arts education organizations and helping to write the new State Education Standards for Theatre.
Towards these ends and over many years, NYSTEA has succeeded in requiring Theatre Teacher Certification, helped create the certification exams, compelled the addition of performance credits for graduation, and more.
NYSTEA continues to be the primary Theatre Education advocacy organization in New York State, working in alliance with other arts education organizations and helping to write the new State Education Standards for Theatre.
Towards these ends and over many years, NYSTEA has succeeded in requiring Theatre Teacher Certification, helped create the certification exams, compelled the addition of performance credits for graduation, and more.
Member Benefits
- Professional Development Opportunities (Certified CTLE Provider)
- Annual Statewide Student Conference
- Collaboration with the State Education Department & Other Arts Collectives
- Arts Advocacy
- Honor Excellence in Theatre
