American Alliance for Theatre and Education

About This Association

The American Alliance for Theatre and Education (AATE), among the most recognized arts education organizations, works to ensure that every young person experiences quality theatre arts in their lives provided by proficient, talented artists and educators. AATE is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Through its membership of theatre artists, inservice and pre-service teachers, professors, directors, scholars and playwrights, AATE serves more than a million students in 48 U.S. states and 19 countries worldwide. AATE About The benefits of early and solid education in the arts, particularly theatre arts, in producing a well-rounded, cultural society are clear – but emphasis on creativity, critical thinking and collaborative skills especially apply to all fields in the 21st century workforce. AATE strives to raise the awareness of the importance of theatre education and provides its members with services and resources to support the profession of theatre for young people.

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Specialties:

1. Arts - Theatre

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