LEARN. SHARE. DO.

THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO MADE THE INAUGURAL SYMPOSIUM A HUGE SUCCESS!

The Next symposium will be August 4-7, 2027, in Italy!!

Theatrical Intimacy Education SYMPOSIUM for Consent-Based Practices for Pedagogy and Productions

Gather with artists, educators, and industry professionals for three transformative days dedicated to consent-based practices in the performing arts. Whether you want to deepen your understanding, share your experiences, or learn from leading experts, this symposium offers a dynamic space for exploration and community engagement.

Be part of an innovative and inspiring event that is advancing professional and educational environments. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow!

 

LEARN. Share. Do.

  • Continue your consent-based education with live workshops from TIE faculty. Workshops previously offered only online will be provided in person.

  • Learn from invited guest artists in the field.

  • Share your wisdom and discuss best practices in consent-based art making.

  • Practice your consent-based craft with live feedback and support in lab sessions focusing on intimacy choreography, intimacy coordination, and other consent-based facilitation.

 

Next date and location ARE tBA

The 2027 TIE Symposium will take place in Arezzo, Italy! Registration will open October 29th, 2026!

 

Details:

  • Limited registrations are available due to capacity.

  • Registration Includes:

    • TIE Symposium Tote Bag

    • Class Passport for Documenting Diploma Credits

    • TIE Branded Notebook, Pen, and Sticker

  • Registration costs to be determined.

  • Grant/Funding Documentation: If you are applying for a grant or funding from an organization to support your trip to the Symposium, please send us details so we can help provide the needed documentation.

  • Scholarships: Full scholarships are not available for the symposium. However, a discounted rate may be available for those in need.

  • Will I earn credits towards a TIE Diploma?

    • Yes, most sessions will count as credit towards one of the Diploma levels. Participants will be provided with a Symposium Passport to document their sessions for credit towards the varying diploma levels.

  • Should I have taken Best Practices before attending the Symposium?

    • It is not mandatory to have taken Best Practices to attend; however, it will absolutely help you be more proficient in all sessions if you have already taken Best Practices with TIE. If you haven't, several Best Practices sessions will be offered this summer before the Symposium.

    • The Symposium will review the TIE Best Practices on its first day.

  • Refund Policy

    • TBA

  • How do I submit a presentation to share at the Symposium?

    • TBA

  • Who are the Special Guest Speakers?

    • Guest Speakers will be announced soon. Keep an eye on social media, and come back here for details.

  • Can I attend for fun and to learn?

    • Absolutely, at TIE, we’re fun!

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