Theatre Education Conference
July 22-24, 2026
New York City
Host Venue: Open Jar Studios
Host Hotel: Hyatt Regency Times Square
Registration opens March 4, 2026!
Need Approval to Attend?
Participating in TEC will benefit not only you but also your students and your school. If you need help securing administrative support, use this free, customizable letter to amplify the value of your attendance and get the approval you need to join us.
About TEC
EdTA’s Theatre Education Conference (TEC) is the intersection of the professional theatre community and educational theatre. This three-day event is packed with interactive workshops, inspiring keynotes, and abundant collaboration and mentorship opportunities for professional growth and learning.
The leading professional development conference for theatre educators, TEC provides timely, innovative resources to support your pedagogy and practice — while welcoming you into a nurturing community of educators just like you.
Event Highlights
- Tickets to 2 Hit Broadway Shows
- 30+ Concurrent Workshops
- Access to the Drama Book Shop and Museum of Broadway
- Industry Led Research
- Networking & Curriculum Resources
- Tracks for Early-Career Educators, Teaching Artists, Researchers, Theatre Educators, and School Administrators
- Receptions & Late Night Karaoke
- Professional Development Certificate
EdTA Chapter Leadership Summit
Co-Located with the Theatre Education Conference, EdTA Chapter Leadership Summit equips and inspires EdTA leaders to deliver on our shared mission locally. The annual event’s purpose is to provide leadership development opportunities, communicate important operational updates, and to thank and inspire Chapter Leaders.
