NETWORKING
AATE offers extensive networking opportunities including our annual conference, specialized networks and projects, connections with other regional, national, and international arts education organizations

PUBLICATIONS
AATE members get complimentary subscriptions to Stage of the Art, Youth Theatre Journal, and The AATE Dialogue (A $75.00 value annually!) included in the price of membership!

RESOURCES
Members have exclusive access to our online searchable directory, discussion forums, lesson plans, and theatre directories, as well as any resource available in our main office. We're here to help you make a difference!
DISCOUNTS
AATE Members receive discounts on admission to our annual conference, as well as IDEA conferences and events. Each year, members are also eligible for discounts on various new texts and plays.

I'm a Professional Theatre Artist or Education Director

-opportunities to network with other professional theaters
-opportunities to network with educators (which can inform educational programming)
-access to new theater games and teaching techniques
-access to new plays to consider for youth productions
-knowledge of show(s) that other theatres included in their seasons
-knowledge of new and existing published scripts
-access to ideas about fundraising and marketing
Contact: Youth Theatre Professional Theatre

I'm a Drama or Theatre Teacher

-access to theatrical resources for classrooms, curriculum, and students
-access to local and national advocates for theatre in the classroom
-programs can be created immediately with local or national colleagues.
-opportunities to network with other educators
-opportunities to network with theatre artists
-access to information that can be easily shared
-access to efficient feedback from colleagues year-round.
Contact: Pre-K-8 High School College/University/Research

I'm a Playwright

-opportunities to network with a wide range of playwrights in the field
-opportunities to network with directors in professional theater and high schools
-opportunities to market yourself as a playwright in the field
-access to a large body of published works
-opportunities to showcase unpublished works and works in progress
-eligibility for nationally recognized awards
-access to best practices in the field
-access to other affiliated festivals for new works such as The Bonderman, New Visions/New Voices.
Contact: Playwriting

I'm a Student and/or I have a keen interest in theatre and education, but I haven't chosen a specialty

-opportunities to network with a wide range of professionals across the field
-leadership opportunities
-access to job postings and mentors
-access to member directories
-networks to help refine your interests
-research award and presentation opportunities
Contact: New Guard

AND MUCH MORE! CONTACT OUR NATIONALOFFICE FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. WE LOOK FORWARD TO HELPING YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

www.aate.com ~ info@aate.com ~ (301) 951-7977

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You can download a Membership Form and send it to AATE by mail, fax, or email!