Our network partners are hosting some great events this month. Check out what’s On the RISE in the RISE Theatre Network. If you want to stay in the know, check out risetheatre.org.
RISE Theatre Directory officially launched on June 8th, 2023. This month, we are thrilled to celebrate three incredible years of community, connection, and care. Thank you for being a vital part of our world and for the immense support you’ve shown us along the way.
In just three short years, our community has grown to nearly 5,000 users spanning every region of the US, with over 150+ job positions now listed in the directory.
(Have you shared the Directory with your network yet? Help us keep the momentum going!)
We are thrilled to announce the return of our third annual RISE Summit with our new venue partner, Signature Theatre, happening on September 14th, 2026. Save the date, more details are coming soon! Email info@risetheatre.org for sponsorship opportunities.
In the meantime, please visit our website to explore our growing Network and learn more about the opportunities and communities our partners support.
Everything we do is dedicated to you. Your feedback, stories, and interactions are what allow us to keep developing impactful programming. Thank you for helping us cultivate a space where we can all RISE together.
Here’s to the year ahead! 🥂
With gratitude,
Victoria Detres
Director of RISE
Pride is more than visibility. It’s sustainability.
This June, we are moving beyond the banners and investing in the future. Pride isn't just about being seen for a month, it's about ensuring queer creators have the resources, community, and longevity to thrive year-round.
Date: June 23rd
Time: 4:00pm-7:30pm ET, each class will be an hour long session.
Format: Hybrid (Join us live in person or stream virtually from anywhere!)
To celebrate and sustain queer voices RISE is hosting a special fundraiser series on June 23rd featuring three exclusive masterclasses led by industry-leading RISE members:
- Projection Design: Brittany Bland 4:00pm-5:00pm ET
- Directing: Keenan Tyler Oliphant 5:15pm-6:15pm ET
- Playwriting: Esperanza Rosales Balcárcel6:30pm-7:00pm ET
Every single dollar raised goes directly to RISE programming, funding the next generation of queer artists and keeping our community driven initiatives alive. Whether you want to sharpen your craft or support the movement, there is a place for you here.
Special student ticket pricing is available to keep these rooms open to all.
Please welcome our new Network Partners joining us this cycle!
The Angel Band Project, Artists for Change, The Broadway Mental Health Foundation, First Nation Performing Arts, Hear Your Song, and Kaleidoscope Dreams Foundation.
Thank you for joining us in this vital work. By joining this network, you are helping shift industry practices and open doors for the next generation of talent. We look forward to collaborating with you and building a stronger future for theatre.
R.Evolución Latina Beyond Workshop Series+
Beyond Workshop Series+ (BWS+) is an extension of R.Evolución Latina’s Beyond Workshop Series, offering year-round training for dedicated artists. It features ongoing classes in dance, acting, voice, and professional development led by Broadway and industry professionals.
BWS+ fosters growth, creativity, and connection in a supportive environment. Open to all performers, it encourages collaboration while upholding R.Evolución Latina’s mission to empower and give back through the arts. Whether you're a returning BWS alum or a new artist, BWS+ supports your journey of artistic discovery.
All workshops are priced at $9, made possible by the generous support for their community. To see all upcoming courses please visit the link below.
RevLatina Kids Dance Series
A 7-week dance series for young artists ages 10–13
This series is designed for kids ready to challenge themselves and grow in their dance training. Each class will focus on technique, discipline, and performance, helping students build skills and confidence in a supportive and focused environment. We are looking for young artists who are excited to learn, committed to showing up, and ready to take their training further.
This program is inspired by the commitment and passion we see in young performers working professionally.
What We’ll Explore: Theatre dance, jazz, hip-hop, salsa, and contemporary—guided by professional teaching artists working in the industry and rooted in performance, discipline, and joy.
Runs from May 12th through June 23rd, 2026
A.R.T./New York Shout-Out: Accessible Media & Marketing Workshops with Think Outside the VOX
Wednesdays, June 24th, 2026
11:00am-12:15pm ET
Location: Zoom
Featuring: Think Outside the Vox (Olivia Reinebach and Kwaku Darko)
Join A.R.T./New York for a two-part workshop series led by tech-savvy experts from the Deaf and Blind communities, presented by Think Outside the Vox. Join for one or both sessions—while they are designed to build on each other, and we strongly encourage attending both, it is not required.
Session One explores alt text, image descriptions, and captioning, and how these accessibility tools can double as powerful content that expands your reach to all audiences. The session includes a screen reader demonstration, and participants will practice writing their own materials while learning where and how to access these features from both the user and creator side.
Session Two focuses on how to format and implement these accessibility points to grow your audience and build a sustainable, accessible social media practice. Participants will work through real examples of content, identifying what makes it accessible–or inaccessible–for Deaf, Blind, and neurodivergent audiences, and leave with practical tools and strategies for ongoing use.
For more information, visit ThinkOutsideTheVox.org.Accessibility: ASL interpretation and live CART captioning are available by request.
We kindly ask that requests for accessibility accommodations are submitted by 5 days in advance to the event.
You may request accommodations directly on the registration form, or by contacting Ashley J. Hicks at ahicks@art-newyork.org.REGISTER HERE.
Black Revolutionary Theatre Workshop- Saturday June 20th
Co-Produced with vibe Theater Experience, BRTW holds their newest Melanated Mondays LIVE reading series and panel discussion at The Flea. BRTW takes a look at the past, present, and future of Black Theatre to ask: What can we learn from Black Theatre’s past?What does liberation look like for Black people, the arts, and arts workers? And how do we get there without working each other to death?
This MM will be held LIVE at The Flea (20 Thomas St New York, NY 10007) happening on Saturday, June 20th at 7pm EST and aired on BRTW’s YouTube Channel (@the_brtw) Monday, June 22nd.
Congratulations to RISE Directory members Brenda Abbandandolo, Heather Gilbert, Kai Harada, and Kyler England on their 2026 Tony Award nominations. Their celebrated work spans multiple categories, including Best Costume Design, Lighting Design, Sound Design, Original Score, and Orchestrations. This incredible achievement beautifully highlights the depth and variety of behind-the-scenes talent available within the RISE Theatre Directory.
