ASPIRE
The ACTF/LORT ASPIRE Leadership Fellows Program
About
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The ACTF/LORT ASPIRE Arts Leadership Fellows Program is designed to cultivate a new generation of artistic and administrative leaders for the American Theater with a focus on engaging Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and members of other groups that are consistently underrepresented in the field.
Our regional festivals host in-person workshops in arts leadership. You will get the opportunity to present your ideas and meet artistic leaders in the field with a cohort of students like you!
Students interested in the world of arts leadership are encouraged to register for this program. Whether you hope to become an artistic leader or you are curious about how theaters operate, ASPIRE is a fantastic festival opportunity. Participants should expect to participate in Conference activities until the evening of 2/14.
No previous experience with arts administration necessary.
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Can’t join us in-person? Join us virtually!
Virtual ASPIRE Arts Leadership Event
The virtual ASPIRE Arts Leadership program will include seven hours of gatherings on Zoom—not counting time participants spend creating their individual final presentations.
Workshops
February 28, 2026 2:00 - 5:30PM EST
March 1, 2026 2:00 - 5:30PM EST
Final Presentations and Feedback
March 7, 2026 - Each student will have one 30-minute slot to be scheduled with the coordinator
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The ASPIRE Team
Ryan Duncan-Ayala
ASPIRE Coordinator
Abel Marquez
ASPIRE Coordinator