NYSTEA

Welcome to the New York State Theatre Education Association!

A strong, statewide organization to advocate for Drama/Theatre Education in New York State, NYSTEA promotes and supports theatre education in grades K-12 for the betterment of youth and theatre itself.
NYSTEA believes theatre is an essential part of a K-12 education for all students, developing abilities needed for the 21st century such as:

• Creativity & innovation
• Critical thinking & problem solving
• Communication & collaboration
• Flexibility & adaptability
• Initiative & self-direction
• Productivity & responsibility
• Cross-cultural skills
• Social responsibility