SDCF panels are curated on specific areas of theatre craft and led by seasoned professionals with relevant expertise. Our panels are typically 1- 2 hours long and offer best practices, education and networking.
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Previous Panels and Series
One on One Conversation with Michael Arden
We are excited to bring you a video recording from our one on one conversation with 2023 Tony Award Winner Michael Arden hosted by SDCF and the Museum of Broadway. …
The Journey from Dancer to Choreographer
We are excited to bring you a video recording from our panel The Journey from Dancer to Choreographer with Mayte Natalio, Adesola Osakalumi and Ellenore Scott. This conversation focused on …
SDCF, Local USA 829, Studio School of Design and TSDCA (Theatrical Sound Designers and Composers Association) Present: Director, Choreographer & Designer Networking Series for Theatrical Performance
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation partnered with Local USA 829, Studio School of Design and TSDCA to co-host the annual series of director & choreographer-designer networking events, held via Zoom, …
Director, Choreographer, & Designer In-Person Networking Event for Theatrical Performance
This was an in-person event that occurred in July 2023. Due to the nature of this event where multiple one-on-one meetings and small group conversations occur, this event was not …
In The Choreographers Studio with Christopher Gattelli and Maria Torres
This was an in-person event that occurred in June 2023. This was recorded and you can find the video linked here. Join us in The Choreographers Studio with Christopher Gattelli …
Director and Choreographer Virtual Gathering
This was a virtual event that occurred in March 2023. There is no video since a majority of the time was spent in breakout rooms. Join us on Monday, March …
SDCF Virtual Panel: Directing Classics
This was a virtual panel that occurred in March 2023. You can watch the video here. Event Description Below: Join us on Thursday, March 2, 2023, from 6:00 PM – …
Director, Choreographer, & Designer Virtual Networking Series
This was a virtual networking event that occurred in January 2023. Event Description Below: Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation is partnering with Local USA 829, Studio School of Design and …
SDCF, Studio School of Design, and Local USA 829 present: Director, Choreographer, & Designer In-Person Networking Event
This was a virtual networking event that occurred in August 2022. Event Description Below: Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation is partnering with Studio School of Design and Local USA 829 …
Director & Choreographer Virtual Gathering:
This was a virtual networking event that occurred in May 2022. Event Description Below: Join us on Monday, May 16th from 6:00 – 8:00 PM ET (3-5 PM PT) to meet and …
SDCF, Studio School of Design, and TSDCA Present: Director, Choreographer & Designer Networking Series for Theatrical Performance
This was a virtual series with 3 separate events that occurred in March 2022. Event Description Below: Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation is partnering with Studio School of Design (SSD) …
The Role of Broadway Associate/Resident Directors and Choreographers
This conversation took place on Monday, February 21st. If you would like to watch a video replay of this conversation, please click this Vimeo link. In this conversation we …
SDCF Conversation Series: Returning to Rehearsal
This conversation took place on Thursday, February 10th. If you would like to watch a video replay of this conversation, please click this vimeo link. Join us on Thursday, February …
SDCF Conversation Series: Returning to Rehearsal
This conversation took place on Monday, January 31st from 5:00 – 6:00 pm ET. If you would like to watch a video replay of this conversation, please click this vimeo …
Monday Meetup – December 2021
Monday Meetup is SDCF’s bi-monthly online informal gathering for directors and choreographers. With new hosts and topics each month, each event is an opportunity to gather in community and get to know …
SDCF Conversation Series: Returning to Rehearsal
This conversation took place on Tuesday, November 30th at 6:30 pm ET. If you would like to watch a video replay of this conversation, please click this vimeo link. Please …
Monday Meetup – September 2021
Monday Meetup is SDCF’s bi-monthly online informal gathering for directors and choreographers. With new hosts and topics each month, each event is an opportunity to gather in community and get to know …
First Mondays of the Month
SDCF is starting a bi-monthly online informal gathering for directors and choreographers called First Mondays. With new hosts and topics for each month, First Mondays is an opportunity to gather …
Designer and Director & Choreographer Networking Series
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation is partnering with United Scenic Artists, Local USA 829 to co-host a series of director & choreographer-designer networking events, held via Zoom, at the end of May …
SDCF Panel: Choreographing in the Time of COVID
Join us March 22nd at 6:30 PM EST for a virtual panel conversation discussing choreographing safely and creatively during the ongoing pandemic. Hosted by Dan Knechtges, panelists Kelly Devine, Gerry …
Third Roundtable Conversation
Join us virtually on Friday, February 19, 2021 at 3pm EST for a third roundtable conversation about artistic leadership, moderated by SDCF Trustee and Artistic Director Emeritus of Pasadena …
One-on-One Conversation with Sheldon Epps and Seret Scott
Join us virtually on Thursday, October 8th at 5pm eastern when SDCF Trustee Sheldon Epps will continue his conversations on artistic leadership with Gordon Davidson Award recipient Seret Scott. Scott …
SDCF’s second Roundtable Conversation
Join us virtually on Tuesday, August 25th at 4pm EDT for a second roundtable conversation about artistic leadership, moderated by SDCF Trustee and Artistic Director Emeritus of Pasadena Playhouse, Sheldon …
Insight on Deaf POC Theater Artists & Our Industry
On August 17th, 2020 at 6pm EDT SDCF and tall poPpy, Inc. will host a panel on what the presence of ASL in theater looks like from the perspective of …
Financial Behaviorist Jacquette M. Timmons
Join us for a conversation on Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at 4pm EDT with Jacquette M. Timmons, President and CEO of Sterling Investment Management, Inc. Jacquette will speak with us …
SDCF Roundtable Conversation
This roundtable conversation on July 9th, 2020 at 5pm ET will be moderated by Sheldon Epps, SDCF Trustee and Artistic Director Emeritus of Pasadena Playhouse, who will lead a conversation …
Showcasing Deaf Talent: Incorporating ASL on Stage
Showcasing Deaf Talent: Incorporating ASL on Stage with Leah C. Gardiner, Sam Gold, and Sheryl Kaller Moderated by Alexandria Wailes ASL interpreters: Candace Broecker-Penn, Justine Rivera, Heather Rossi, Monique Sarp …
One-on-One Conversation: Producing Theatre for an Ageless Audience
The Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF), the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC), will host a conversation entitled “Producing Theatre for an Ageless Audience”, moderated by Linda Hartzell, …
One-On-One Conversation with Erica Schmidt & Davis McCallum
State of the Art: Directing Shakespeare in America Join Ethan McSweeny (Artistic Director of American Shakespeare Center) moderating an intimate discussion with luminary directors Erica Schmidt and Davis McCallum on …
One-on-One Conversation with Mandy Moore and Walter Painter
CHOREOGRAPHY ACROSS MEDIA SDC Foundation’s conversation series returns to Los Angeles for another in-depth discussion with prominent artists! Dance and movement are everywhere in our media today: from our nation’s …
An Artists Conversation: The Team Behind SOFT POWER
Join SDC Foundation and director Art Manke as he sits down with director Leigh Silverman, choreographer Sam Pinkleton, playwright David Henry Hwang, and composer Jeanine Tesori; the artistic team behind Soft Power. A contemporary comedy explodes into a musical fantasia …
One-on-One Conversation with Liesl Tommy and Stephanie Ybarra
THE MORE THINGS CHANGE Shifting the Narrative on Who Gets to Lead Large nonprofit theatres across the U.S. are experiencing a sea change of transition in their artistic leadership posts. …
One-On-One Conversation with Sam Gold and David Caparelliotis
BREAKING DOWN ABLEISM Casting, Diversity, and Disabilty Theatre often struggles to include and embrace diverse voices and artists, and this is certainly true of artists with disabilities. However, directors and …
One-on-One Conversation with James Lapine and Lonny Price
Who Really Directed This? Your Intellectual Property in the Age of Live Capture Technology has made the ability to capture and distribute live performances via high quality video a reality the theatre …
One-on-One Conversation with Rachel Chavkin and Jacob G. Padron
Join SDC Foundation Director David Roberts as he sits down with director Rachel Chavkin and artistic producer Jacob Padrón to discuss the the current climate of theatre organizations, funders, and …
One-on-One Conversation with Giovanna Sardelli and Rajiv Joseph
Monday, April 24, 2017 – Join Foundation Board member Casey Stangl as she sits down with acclaimed director Giovanna Sardelli and playwright Rajiv Joseph to discuss the work of the …
One-on-One Conversation with Kwame Kwei-Armah & Patricia McGregor
Monday, January 9, 2017 – Join Foundation Director David Roberts as he sits down with acclaimed directors Kwame Kwei-Armah and Patricia McGregor to discuss the intersection of social issues and …