NYSTEA is a certified professional development provider in New York State.
The New York State Theatre Education Association is proud to offer professional development for educators.
Our next PD day is Saturday, October 2 from 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. Scroll down for more details. Click here to register for this exciting virtual event!
Are you interested in professional development in your area? Please contact us at info@nystea.org.
The New York State Theatre Education Association is proud to offer professional development for educators.
Our next PD day is Saturday, October 2 from 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. Scroll down for more details. Click here to register for this exciting virtual event!
Are you interested in professional development in your area? Please contact us at info@nystea.org.
October 2 Virtual PD Day!
Basic Details
Saturday, October 2, 2021 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. PD delivered on Zoom (register here) Eight hours of CTLE Class Information Preparing for Tech In this workshop, Susan Brandt will lead a discussion regarding the planning, preparations scheduling methods for technical rehearsals beginning with paper tech and ending with opening night. We will discuss milestones, deadlines, support documents and obstacles that crop up during the tech process. Be prepared to participate in a lively discussion of tech. 
Produce a Stress-Free Improv Show
Produce a fast-paced, user-friendly high school Improv Show with minimum risk. Receive guidelines, show rules, marketing tips, and numerous game lists from Jim Hoare, someone who has produced over 100 high school improv shows. Improv is an ideal way to motivate creative thinking, collaboration and communication, all crucial skills for the 21st century. It helps with spontaneity, develops confidence and a sense of humor. It emphasizes teamwork and trains actors to enjoy rather than fear taking risks. Improv Shows can also provide additional revenue for your theatre department. 
Successful Auditioning for College and Professional Work
Leo Ash Evens will diffuse the workload and stress of college and professional auditions by walking you through the essential steps on helping your students become more competitive. How important is material selection? Where should they apply? How do they strike a competitive balance in their school list? What do audition rooms really look for? All of these questions and more will be answered as Leo enthusiastically engages the joy and hard work that's necessary when your students are competing in college and professional auditions. Don't miss these easy, accessible tips that students can begin implementing now. Tip #1: Start early! |
Schedule
8:30-9:00 Coffee Clutch (Join us early to see your friends and share your stories.) 9:00-10:00 Keynote 10:00-11:30 Class #1 (two options) Produce a Stress-Free Improv Show (Jim Hoare) Preparing for Tech (Susan Brandt) 12:00-1:00 Annual Meeting for Members 1:00-2:30 Class #2 (two options) Successful Auditioning for College and Professional Work (Leo Ask Evans) [More workshops to come.] 2:30 Closure to the PD Day |
