Inclusive Stages® Cohort Certification Program

Program Dates:

May 18, 2024 (Saturday, May 18th at Arrow Street Arts in Cambridge)

June 3, 20204 - August 2, 2024 (5 hour-long virtual sessions, every 2 weeks)

Be some of the first participants to engage with the innovative “STAGES” curriculum, tailor-made based on real-time, on-the-ground, industry research and need in this one-of-a-kind 12-week program. You’ll get:

• One in-person immersive day to kickoff the program
• Five dynamic Zoom training sessions where we’ll focus on the tenets of the STAGES framework
• Targeted homework assignments, with real-life applications, to deepen learning
• Access to, and support from, lead trainer Kira Troilo throughout the course of the program
• Access to a community of fellow cohort members through the learning journey

Benefits of Joining Inclusive Stages:

• Certification: Unspecific two-week DEI programs don’t hit the mark, and weekend “certifications” don’t equip anyone with the skills needed for this important and dynamic work. Earn your Inclusive Stages® certification so theater and production companies will know you’ve dedicated the time to training, that you’re fully qualified, and can be a trusted member of creative teams.
• Access to Proven Methodology: Graduated participants gain the right to use a proven, structured approach, enhancing service delivery and client satisfaction.
• Listing in Vetted Provider Network: Participants who complete the course have the opportunity to be listed as consultants on our vetted Inclusive Stages® network, ensuring recognition as top-tier professionals to potential clients.
• Active Promotion: Active promotion through our network increases visibility, reducing the need and costs associated with personal marketing efforts.
• Access to Exclusive Resources: Upon completion of the program, participants will receive access to exclusive materials, tools & software associated with Inclusive Stages®, further enhancing service delivery.
• Impactful Network: Join a community of like-minded professionals who are breaking new ground for an industry in need.
• Industry Change: Contribute to reshaping the theater industry for good, and for the better. Inclusive Stages® is at the forefront of this emerging industry, and as a cohort member, you’ll have access to this movement at the ground level.
• Professional Growth: Not 100% on being an Inclusion Consultant? This program will help to enhance your resume as a theater leader with certified skills.

Who Should Register?

Inclusive Stages® is designed for people who:

• First and foremost, are passionate about theater and performance, and are eager to support artists and creative professionals. Participants should already have a background in theater and a strong understanding of the current theater landscape.
• Have a solid foundation in Equity, Diversity & Inclusion work in general, and are committed and open to learning the nuances of the work in the entertainment industry
• Have strong communication skills and a passion for building bridges, between people and work, through mediation, facilitation and coaching
• Ideally understand what it’s like to feel marginalized and/or underrepresented
• Are caring, empathetic, compassionate and curious individuals with growth mindsets and a continuous appetite for learning
• Are trailblazers who are looking to make a tangible impact on rehearsal & performance culture, and to shift industry norms around inclusion
• Are interested in carving out a sustainable career in theater & the arts
• Are interested in learning theater leadership skills such as navigating difficult conversations, feedback resilience, team building tools, and more.

Does This Sound Like You?

Ready to take the first step towards becoming Inclusive Stages certified? Visit inclusivestages.com for more information on how to register.

Contact Us:

Kira Troilo (Creator & Head Trainer) – kira@inclusivestages.com