Hilton Dallas Rockwall Lakefront 2026 & 2027

We are "locked-In" as the kids say and back at the Hilton Dallas Rockwall Lakefront for 2026 and 2027. You will enjoy three and a half days of amazing professional development on the stunning Rockwall Lake. Make sure to lock us into your calendars now! 
January 28th - 31th, 2026
January 27th - 30th, 2027

Guest Artists and Presenters 2025 
More to come! 

Thank you to our Sponsors!

The Texas Thespians Educator Collective board supports anyone in Texas who teaches theatre through consistent professional development throughout the year, equipping them with tools to create well-rounded students.

We are committed ​to ensuring that we have workshops that rotate from year to year, and to keep the conference fresh and intimate. It's imperative that we offer you an opportunity to network with other educators, to share ideas, to attend master classes, and to celebrate the excellent work that we are doing as theater educators. ​​
Supporting anyone in Texas
​who ​teaches theatre! 
  • ​Educators recharge, refresh, and bring new skills and insight to the classroom. 
  • Collaborative, intimate learning environment for educators only - no students!
  • Industry Professionals & Master Educators teach multiple workshops
  • One-on-one opportunity with theatrical vendors 
  • Networking & Evening Socials 
  • Participation Incentives
  • Outstanding Educator Awards 
  • Professional Development is offered at State  & Junior Festivals and Leadership Days. 
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​        TEA CPE Provider #902-342
The most common questions about the Educator Conference are:
Do I have to have a Troupe? NO! But you must be an educator who teaches theater,  a pre-service educator, or administrator - from Kindergarten to University!
​Are there any membership fees? Never.
Are the workshops Thespian-centric? NO!

Texas Thespians Educator Awards Nominations

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Hall of Fame - 
​Established to honor those adults who have given 20 or more years of service by dedicating themselves to promoting Texas educational theatre. Members of the Hall of Fame are chosen for their dedication to theatre performance in Texas and to the aims and ideals of the Educational Theatre Association, as well as their contributions to continued standards of excellence in Texas theatre. The Hall of Fame recipients are impactful educators who have created a legacy in the Texas Thespian organization. LINK
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​Golden Apple - 
​Established to honor those adults who have 10 or more years of service by dedicating themselves to promoting Texas educational theatre and are sure to give 10+ more years! These educators are chosen for their dedication to theatre performance in Texas and to the aims and ideals of the Educational Theatre Association, as well as their contributions to continued standards of excellence in Texas theatre. LINK
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​Green Apple - 
​New Teacher. Texas Thespians present this award to a director with 1-10 years of teaching experience. This educator is loaded with passion and drive. LINK ​
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Trailblazer Award Nominee - 
​An innovator, a visionary for the organization. This educator is setting new ground and standards for educational theatre in one or more theatrical aspects. LINK