SAVE THE DATE
Friday 31 July – Saturday 1 August 2026
Pier 2/3, Walsh Bay & online
Mark your calendars – our National Teacher Conference is back for 2026. Join us at Bell Shakespeare HQ, Pier 2/3, Walsh Bay, or join us live and online from the comfort of home for an enriching two days of learning about Shakespeare and the way we teach his plays.
Over two days you'll hear from a diverse range of speakers including Bell Shakespeare artists, academics, theatre practitioners and teachers as we discuss innovative approaches, new concepts, proven tips and tricks for classroom practice, and share stimulating ideas about Shakespeare.
On Friday night, our special soirée returns as we celebrate teaching, connection and Shakespeare against the spectacular backdrop of Sydney harbour.
It’s an opportunity for teachers to take a step away from the classroom and learn from top industry practitioners, while connecting and networking with Australian teachers of Shakespeare from diverse backgrounds.
Teachers may register for the in-person event which includes on-site lunch and refreshments at Bell Shakespeare HQ at Pier 2/3, or join us online and watch the live-streamed event.
Keynote speakers, sessions and schedule to be announced.
Please note, in-person registrations will be allocated in order of booking until sold out, and are strictly limited.
All registered attendees (onsite and online) will receive access to conference session recordings.
Dates & Times
Friday 31 July – Saturday 1 August 2026
9.30am - 5.00pm daily (conference sessions)
Friday night soirée included in conference registration
Location
The Seed, Pier 2/3
Walsh Bay Arts Precinct
1/13A Hickson Road
Dawes Point NSW 2000
How much?
Earlybird registration (available until 1 Dec 2025)
1-day pass $200
2-day pass $400
Onsite conference registration at Pier 2/3, includes daily lunch and refreshments
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Standard registration
1-day pass $250
2-day pass $500
Onsite conference registration at Pier 2/3, includes daily lunch and refreshments
Online registration
$75 per day
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Access to daily livestream of conference
"An immersive experience full of rekindling ideals, human interaction and reminders about what is important in arts education."
Angela-Claire McDonald, Ashbury Public School NSW
