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Inclusivity in Presenter Training Before stepping into the classroom, all BurlyCon presenters complete required inclusivity training focused on creating respectful and accessible learning environments. Why This Training Matters BurlyCon brings together people with different backgrounds, experiences, bodies, abilities, identities, and levels of experience. As presenters, we have a responsibility to make our classrooms places where […]

Teaching at BurlyCon is more than leading a class. For fourteen years, BurlyCon has created space for artists to step forward—not only as performers, but also as teachers, mentors, and leaders in our field. And now, we’re thrilled to share that Presenter Applications are officially open. Teaching at BurlyCon means more than leading a class.

Each class type supports a specific learning experience. Teaching at BurlyCon starts with two simple questions: what do you want to teach at BurlyCon? And how do you want your students to experience your work?

Now live: the BurlyCon Presenter Submission Guide. Submitting a class proposal is an act of generosity. It’s an invitation to share your knowledge, your process, and your perspective with artists who trust you with their learning. To support that exchange, BurlyCon created the Presenter Submission Guide as a companion to the annual convention Presenter Application.

Helping People by Removing Barriers At BurlyCon, accessibility isn’t a checklist, it’s an ongoing practice. Each year, we look closely at how people move through the convention, where barriers show up, and what support makes it easier for more folks to fully participate.