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Information for Directors

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New Jersey Thespians is dedicated to supporting theatre educators by offering a range of resources and events designed to enhance their professional growth and improve their programs. Through workshops, networking opportunities, and educational conferences, the organization provides teachers with the tools they need to succeed in fostering creativity, leadership, and performance skills among their students. With a focus on continuous learning and community building, New Jersey Thespians ensures that theatre educators are empowered to inspire the next generation of artists.

Learn more about NJ Thespians!

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Start a Troupe

As an International Thespian Society troupe director, your connection to the Educational Theatre Association is more than a membership ― it’s a yearlong investment in you and in your students. Check out the benefits HERE.

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Join us at Festival

The New Jersey Thespian Festival Handbook will be available on October 1st, 2024. For more information about Thespian Festival, check HERE

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Grants from the Educational Theatre Foundation

In partnership with the Educational Theatre Association (EdTA), ETF offers need-based grants for school theatre programs and financial support for educators, troupes, and schools to participate in the organization’s activities and events, including the International Thespian Festival (ITF) and EdTA’s Theatre Education Conference. Explore the opportunities and apply HERE.

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Induct New Members

Troupes with active membership status may induct new members as often as they choose. The Thespian Troupe Handbook’s induction section features everything you need to know about how to induct Thespians, award points and more.

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Resources for Directors

Troupes with active membership status may induct new members as often as they choose. The Thespian Troupe Handbook’s induction section features everything you need to know about how to induct Thespians, award points and more.

Resources for Directors

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Fundraising Platforms

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Ticketing and Marketing Platforms

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Curriculum Resources

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Technical Theatre Resources

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24/7 Support

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