Wisconsin Directors Lab
January 9-10, 2027
Madison College
Registration opening soon.
We are excited to announce the return of the Wisconsin Directors Lab (“The Lab”), which supports education, artistic exploration, career development, and networking for early- and mid-career theater directors in our state.
The Lab will take place January 9-10, 2027 at Madison College. This weekend gathering will include panel discussions, breakout seminars, open rehearsals, and networking sessions led by some of the state’s most experienced professional directors.
Admission to the Lab will be open to Wisconsin residents only, with modest fees charged to cover the cost of meals and other services during The Lab. Aspiring and working directors throughout the state are encouraged to attend, whether they are interested in working in theater in professional, community, or educational settings.
The Wisconsin Directors Lab is supported by funds from Forward Theater Company, and grants from Diane Ballweg, and Nancy Ciezki & Diane Kostecke. Madison College is the Lab’s in-kind sponsor.
Requirements to Attend
You must be a Wisconsin resident to attend the Lab.
The Lab is only open to participants ages 22 and older.
Dates/Location
January 9-10, 2027
Truax Campus at Madison College
1750 Wright St, Madison, WI
Questions?
Email info@forwardtheater.com with questions.
Registration will begin soon.
Please note: the $150 registration fee for the 2027 Wisconsin Directors Lab covers the cost of all sessions, breakfast and lunch on both days, and materials. Scholarship funds are available to anyone for whom cost is a barrier.
The deadline to register is November 15th.
Details on the 2027 Lab Schedule are coming soon.
A list of participating artists is coming soon.
The Wisconsin Directors Lab is supported by funds from Forward Theater Company, and grants from the Diane Ballweg, and Nancy Ciezki & Diane Kostecke.
Madison College is the Lab’s in-kind sponsor.