Episode Details

Presented by Cassie Epps, Former Educator, Current Account Executive, On The Stage; and Melanie Glazer, Vocal Music Educator, Indian Valley Local Schools (OH)

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by On The Stage.

The webinar recording can be accessed here.

Today’s performing arts educators are navigating a rapidly changing school environment. Student needs and expectations have evolved, communication with families looks different than it did just a few years ago, and many programs continue to face limited time, staffing, and financial resources. Yet despite these challenges, performing arts programs remain a powerful way to foster creativity, belonging, and student growth.

Join this edWeb podcast to explore practical strategies for building resilient, sustainable performing arts programs that meet the needs of today’s students and families. You gain insight into current trends affecting arts education and learn actionable approaches to increasing student participation, strengthening community support, and adapting outreach and communication for greater engagement.

You also hear directly from experienced theatre educators who are successfully navigating these challenges in their own schools. Through real-world examples, they share lessons learned, creative solutions, and ideas you can implement in your own program.

Learning Objectives:

• Examine current trends shaping performing arts education and their impact on student engagement
• Identify practical strategies for increasing participation and building long-term program sustainability
• Explore effective approaches for communicating with students, families, and school communities
• Learn how peer educators are adapting their programs to overcome common challenges and strengthen support

Whether you’re looking to grow enrollment, increase community involvement, or future-proof your program, you leave with practical ideas, fresh perspectives, and resources you can put into action right away. This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 theatre educators, performing arts teachers, fine arts coordinators, curriculum leaders, and school administrators.

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