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The 32nd annual American Alliance for Theatre and Education Conference will take place in New York City from August 1-5, 2019. The conference theme is "Activate AATE: Exploring Theatre Educators' Role and Responsibility

AATE's 32nd annual conference will be held in diverse, dynamic and vibrant New York City from August 1-5, 2019. In a city known for its diversity, culture, and, arts conference attendees will explore how theatre artists, educators, and scholars can be responsive and effective in the current socio-political climate. AATE Members are uniquely poised to be a force for positivity, action, and empathy building at this pivotal moment when the need for self-expression and dialogue is so palpable. The conference will provide a place for the arts education community to come together and spend time discussing the current issues through curated sessions and facilitated conversations. Join us in 2019 to question, to learn, to celebrate - and to Activate AATE.

 Thank you for your interest in presenting in AATE's 2019 National Conference: Activate AATE: Exploring Theatre Educator's Role and Responsibility. The conference focus is on actively fostering inclusion in our own work and in our organizations. Please fill out the application form by December 15, 2018 to receive full consideration.

We will strive to notify all session applicants of their conference participation status on or before February 22, 2019. For those sessions which are selected: Please note that all session presenters must register for the conference by April 26, 2019.

Please note all presenters can only be involved in a maximum of two (2) sessions. Inclusive of presenting and being on a panel. 

For tips and clarifications regarding this session proposal form, please take a look at AATE Session Proposal Frequently Asked Questions HERE.

 AATE 2019 National Conference:
Activate AATE!
New York City
August 1-5, 2019 

Please click the link below to the application if you are interested in presenting at AATE's 2019 National Conference. Required fields are marked with an*.
Application Found Here