(DG) Programming is an opportunity for directors to explore their craft through knowledge and skill sharing among colleagues in the field to develop a deeper directorial perspective and enhance their relationship to the craft. |
🎭 2025 Programming at Directors Gathering
☀️ Summer Salon Series
(June–August)
Six virtual, peer-led conversations by and for theatre directors
These Salons are designed to explore directing craft, community, and career questions in an informal and collaborative setting. Topics are proposed and facilitated by directors from the (DG) membership and community.
These Salons are designed to explore directing craft, community, and career questions in an informal and collaborative setting. Topics are proposed and facilitated by directors from the (DG) membership and community.
- 💬 Open call for proposals begins May 2025
- 🆓 Free for members (Basic & Premium)
- 🎟️ Sliding-scale pricing for non-members, to help sustain (DG) programming
- 👥 Ideal for directors and theatre collaborators
📅 Fall Convening
(November 1–2 & 8–9)
A four-day hybrid event centering director-led learning and community-building
Held across the first two weekends in November, this annual gathering features workshops, panels, and conversations led by directors around the country. Most sessions will be virtual, with one hybrid (in-person & streaming) day to celebrate (DG)’s next chapter.
Held across the first two weekends in November, this annual gathering features workshops, panels, and conversations led by directors around the country. Most sessions will be virtual, with one hybrid (in-person & streaming) day to celebrate (DG)’s next chapter.
- 📣 Call for session proposals expected to open in September
- 🎤 Opportunities to present, connect, and build visibility
- 🧑🤝🧑 Open to directors at all stages of their artistic journey
🔍 Ask a Director: Consulting Pilot
A one-on-one consulting service designed for freelance theatre directors
This new pilot program connects early- to mid-career directors with experienced peers for paid, personalized consultations. Whether you're looking for feedback on your portfolio, pitch advice, or insight into hiring processes—this is for you. The consulting service is expected to commence in the fall of 2025.
This new pilot program connects early- to mid-career directors with experienced peers for paid, personalized consultations. Whether you're looking for feedback on your portfolio, pitch advice, or insight into hiring processes—this is for you. The consulting service is expected to commence in the fall of 2025.
- 💼 Fee-for-service model
- 💬 Sessions customized to your goals
- 🌱 Data collected to inform future (DG) professional development efforts
📌 Stay Updated
We’re still shaping the full arc of DG programming through the year.
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We’re still shaping the full arc of DG programming through the year.
Join our membership, newsletter, or follow us on social to stay connected as we build.
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