Outdoor Theatre
The National Conference on Outdoor Theatre is the perfect forum for theatre management and artists to exchange ideas and recharge after their summer seasons. Join us for this unique opportunity to network and share ideas and lessons learned.
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Festivals
SETC hosts a vibrant suite of theatre festivals that uplift artistry, celebrate storytelling, and foster professional development across all levels of experience. From student-driven work to boundary-pushing experimentation and community excellence, each festival offers unique value and a space to thrive.
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Awards and Scholarships
SETC honors theatre practitioners of all levels through a variety of prestigious awards. From celebrating young scholars to recognizing lifetime achievement in theatre, SETC’s awards take many forms and serve to distinguish a diverse range of theatre artists.
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Convention 2026 will be in Chattanooga, Tennessee! Join us March 3–7, 2026, with the theme of Bridging Creatives and Resources!
SETC is the largest network of theatre practitioners in the nation. We are accepting innovative, cutting-edge proposals from K-12 educators, college/university professors, teaching artists, and other theatre professionals to present at the 77th annual theatre convention. As a presenter, you are helping SETC rediscover and share new ways of learning, teaching, and engaging.
Application for Submissions Open: June 1, 2025
Deadline for Submissions: August 1, 2025 (No submissions accepted after this date)
Selected workshop presenters will be notified in mid-to-late September and will receive a discount code for the annual registration that will be good through December 1, 2025.
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