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California Theatre Conference: Artistic Intelligence
Monday, October 26, 2026
9:30 AM - 6:15 PM
Z Space, Theatre of Yugen NOH Space,
& Joe Goode Annex in San Francisco
Human creativity powering the future of theatre.
California Theatre Conference: Artistic Intelligence puts a sharp focus on the creativity, wisdom, and collective knowledge we have built across generations of theatremaking.
As part of Theatre Bay Area’s 50th anniversary season, this year’s conference explores how we draw on deeply rooted artistic legacies to build bold and sustainable futures for the field. Featuring a keynote by P. Carl, cofounder of HowlRound and acclaimed writer, activist, and arts leader, Artistic Intelligence invites us to explore our artistic lineage and legacy while setting the stage for the future of theatre.
The conference celebrates storytelling, collaboration, and shared experience as essential forces shaping what comes next by centering the uniquely human power of live performance. Bringing together theatremakers from across the state, the California Theatre Conference invites participants to connect across disciplines, regions, and generations to explore the future of live theatre in California.
Cost and Discounts
A ticket to the California Theatre Conference: Artistic Intelligence gets you access to the full day of conference programming including three breakout sessions, the plenary panel, and the keynote.
We are also excited to offer conference attendees an opportunity to add-on small group and individual coaching sessions with three theatre experts for an additional fee. Coaching sessions will be available on a first come, first served basis and are only available at the time of registration. So be sure to sign up when you register!
There are discounts available for TBA members including access to an exclusive discount during the TBA member presale period. Additionally, we have a student discount available. Please contact us at Meghan@TheatreBayArea.org if you would like to learn more about the student discount.
TBA Member Presale
Only available July 27 - August 1, 2026
Member Discount
Individual Premium, Company, & Associate Members
$85
Group Discount
Bring your friends! $10 discount will automatically apply to any purchases of 5 tickets or more.
Standard
Aug. 3 – Oct. 26, 2026
General Admission
$175
Member Discount
Individual Premium, Company, & Associate Members
$100
Group Discount
Bring your friends! $10 discount will automatically apply to any purchases of 5 tickets or more.
Student Discount
Encourage your students to attend the California Theatre Conference: Artistic Intelligence! Reach out to Meghan@TheatreBayArea.org to learn about our student discount.
Thank you to Z Space, Theatre of Yugen, and Joe Goode Performance Group for hosting the California Theatre Conference: Artistic Intelligence
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Reach engaged theatremakers attending the 2026 conference! Online, Print, and tabling opportunities available.
Check out these memories of TBAConnect 2025: Undeniable Creativity at Z Space, Theatre of Yugen NOH Space, and Joe Goode Annex
Photos by Cheshire Isaacs