Our mission is to connect, support, and empower theatre educators and learners of all ages through fellowship, professional development, and advocacy.
Vision & Values:
Vision Statement: MTEA is a national leader in theatre education, elevating the field, with a focus on equity, access, and artistry.
Values: Theatre as an art form teaches:
- collaboration
- collegiality
- scholarship &
- lifelong-learning
Theatre as an art form teaches dignity, respect & empathy:
- for human beings and the diversity of cultures
- for the art form itself
- for the profession of theatre-maker and theatre educator
- while recognizing our history and embracing our future
Theatre trains the thinkers and content makers to be the next leaders in the entertainment industry.