AATE 2025 National Conference

Pre-Purchase Required - $60 per ticket

This masterclass will explore the transformative power of reclaiming hidden histories in Theatre for Young Audiences, amplifying structurally marginalized identities, and challenging systemic inequities. Participants will learn about and engage with theatre practices inspired by the artists and practitioners highlighted in the Hidden and Erased BIPOC History Project, delving into Theatre for Young Audiences' past, present, and potential futures. We will share our journey of restoring erased narratives and bridging the past with the present to envision a more inclusive and equitable citational future. Through interactive activities, dialogue, and storytelling, participants will reflect on their personal roles as artists and educators in reshaping the field, centering community, equity, and collective action. This space is designed to activate our hopes, plans, and inspirations—not only to use theatre as a tool for healing and connection but also to transform how we engage with and document history. This session invites anyone interested in the intersections of theatre, history, and social justice—whether you’re exploring the field, teaching our history, refining your practice, or seeking new ways to create meaningful change.