Conference Events & Programs

USITT21 — Virtually Anywhere
March 8-12, 2021

Here are a few of the sessions that have been announced.
Complete schedule coming soon.

COSTUME DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY

Black Beauty in Media, Theater & Film

Taming, Sustaining & Reframing Costume Storage for Function & Accessibilty

Defining Beauty on Broadway

Surviving Critique and Thriving

20th Anniversary of the USITT Costume Design and Technology Poster Session

Working with Performers of Color: Hair & Makeup Fundamentals

Offstage Intimacy Best Practices for Navigating the Intimacy of Costuming

All Shapes and Sizes

Their*Story: Examining Inclusive, Equitable & Diverse Practices In Dress History

A Pocket Guide to Cultural Appropriation

 

LIGHTING DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY

The History of Lighting Aesthetics

Lighting Live Broadcasts

Long Distance Lighting Design in a Virtual World

Virtual Light Labs As Educational Tools

Projects for Teaching Lighting Design and Technology Online

 

MANAGEMENT

So you think you want to EDI?

Managing Intimacy: Safety and Empowerment in an Educational Setting

Come si dice Opera Stage Management?

Civic Leadership and Advocacy for Government Support of the Arts

TYA for the 21st Century

Roommates: The relationship between theatre landlords and resident companies

My Spreadsheet Hates Me!

 

SCENIC DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY

Here and Now: Reflections from Our Distinguished Designers

Using Virtual Reality and 3d Modeling as an Effective Presentation Tool

Creating Imitation Stained Glass

Using Primary Research to Present Social Justice Issues on Stage

Macy’s Parade Studio: Designing, Building, and Staging the World’s Largest Parade!

Puddles to Pools: Using Water on Stage

Inclusive Environments for Deaf and Hearing Artists in Scene Shop

Technical Design Collaboration for Dance

 

TECHNICAL PRODUCTION

Physics of Theatre - Rigging

Rain or Shine, the set must go up!

Managing the Production Process

Promoting Our Industry Outside of Our Industry

Fundamentals of Platforms & Decking, Playing With a Full Deck

Stitches Not Staples: Completing a Design with Fabric Elements

Fiber Reinforced Plastics: Means and Methods in Today's Entertainment Universe

 

ARCHITECTURE

Wanted: Cultural Rights Defenders; Accessibility in Performing Arts

Performing Arts Venue Design for a New Generation

Because That’s Where the Tools Are: What Happens When a Production Space Becomes a Makerspace?

Rigging and Building Structure – Tips for Making Sure They Work Together

Space Transformations: What does Venue Flexibility Look Like

 

EDUCATION

Building an Inclusive Classroom Space

Trauma Pedagogy

Don't Forget The Art! Combining Artistry And Technology In Design Education

Get The Point! Backstage Safety For Stage Weaponry

Welfare at Work, Health and safety for assistants and designers in and out of the studio

Get Involved! Student Activism 2021

Education Commission Poster Session

No Gear, No Problem: Realizing Student Potential Without The Technology

Encouraging Students to Think Beyond the Traditional Set of Tools

Tenure Dossiers: What To Include And What to Avoid

 

ENGINEERING

Types of Engineering

Introduction to Hydraulics

Grounding and Bonding

Mechanical Design using ANSI E1.6-1: Powered Hoist Systems

Engineering Diversity

Fast, Cheap, AND Good? Strategies to Optimize Engineering Reviews

 

INTERNATIONAL

What in the World is World Stage Design?!?

Natalia Sedano on Creative Processes

The Politics of Sound: Design in Chile

Holger Förterer, the projection designer for Cirque Du Soleil’s KA.

Join us! How to get Involved in International Costume Events, Conferences, and Festivals

OISTAT Session on International Education

OISTAT International Pandemic Session

 

DIGITAL MEDIA

Managing Your Lifestyle and Career in the Live Event Production Industry

Virtual Performance Series: 3D Environments: Finding Pandora X Case Study

Virtual Performance Series Site Specific Workflows

Everything is for Broadcast

Virtual Performance Series History, Theory, and Current Practice Round Table

Virtual Performance Series DIY 2D Video Part 1 Overview

Virtual Performance Series DIY 2D Video Part 2 Hardware

Virtual Performance Series DIY 2D Video Part 3 Software

XR Workflows, Current Recommendations with Q&A

Virtual Performance Series 3D Environments Motion Capture & Avatars

 

SAFETY & HEALTH

Decision Making for Theatre Leaders

You Know What You Need Protecting Your Most Precious Resource

In Conversation with Mark Dakin Technical Director Royal Opera House UK

Everyone Here Gets Out Alive! Back of House People in an Emergency

Risk Assessment in Live Entertainment

Career Recovery In Recovery

Tales of the Unexpected

Clearing the Air: Airborne Workplace Hazards

 

SOUND DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY

Binaural Audio for Virtual Environments

Current Practices and Research in Sound

Designing Flexible Sound Systems for Theater Spaces