Virtual IB Workshop - DP Theatre (AP)

Category 1 & 2 — Combined

For teachers at any stage of their IB DP Theatre experience who want to develop their practice within a collaborative, mixed-experience setting.

• This workshop brings together new and experienced teachers, with differentiated pathways supporting both foundational understanding and deeper practice.
• You will engage with course structure, assessment criteria, and authentic student work, with opportunities to develop, test, and refine your approach.
• You will leave with practical strategies for effective course design, delivery, and assessment, whatever your starting point.

Note: All participants register for the Combined Category and receive an IB Combined Category 1 & 2 certificate.

Not sure which Category is right for you? Download our Category Selection Guide to help you choose the workshop that best matches your experience and professional development goals.

ISTA works with IB-approved workshop leaders who bring deep expertise in both theatre education and the DP Theatre course. All of our workshop leaders are experienced DP Theatre educators with active backgrounds in theatre-making, curriculum design, and artistic practice.

They are skilled facilitators who understand the realities of teaching the IB DP Theatre course in schools, and are committed to making professional learning practical, relevant, and genuinely inspiring.

All IB workshop bookings are made via your ISTA website account. To complete your booking:

1. Provide your participant and school details, including name, contact information, accessibility needs, and whether you hold an ISTA membership
2. Select your workshop category and share a brief overview of your IB teaching experience
3. Confirm your agreement to ISTA's Terms and Conditions, including media consent and account creation

Once submitted, your booking confirmation will appear in the profile of the person who completed the registration. Please note: if a colleague booked on your behalf, the confirmation may sit under their account.

If you requested an invoice, it has been sent to the email address provided at the time of booking. Your place is reserved, subject to payment in line with our booking terms.

Please note: Registrations close 72 hours before the event start time.

IMPORTANT: Participants attending combined workshops must register for Category 1 & 2 (Combined) via the ISTA website. All participants will be certified under this category, and certificates will state Category 1 & 2 (Combined).

Please note the following before completing your booking:

• Once booked and invoiced, registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable in accordance with our event terms and conditions.

Asia Pacific — China Standard Time (CST)

• Days 1 & 2: 9:00am–3:00pm CST — Full programme of collaborative sessions, practical exploration, and reflective learning.
• Day 3: 9:00am–3:00pm CST — Focus on assessment, reflection, and next steps before the event closes.
• Comfort breaks are built into the schedule each day to ensure a balanced and engaging workshop experience.
• Participants will receive 15 hours of instruction time.

Please note: The IB requires participants to attend all sessions on all days in order to receive their certificate of completion. If you have an unavoidable scheduling conflict, please contact the Event Manager before the workshop begins.

Please consult the World Clock Meeting Planner to verify your time zone information: https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/meeting.html

Click here to take a look at a sample workshop schedule to get a feel for how the three days are structured.

Participants should have the following to hand:

• Current IB DP Theatre Subject Guide (ask your IB DP Coordinator if you do not have one)
• Comfortable, movement-friendly clothing as sessions are interactive and practice-based
• Notebook and pen for note-taking and reflection

This workshop will be hosted on Zoom. Joining instructions and a secure access link will be sent to all registered participants approximately one week before the event.

Recommended Setup

• A quiet, comfortable space where you can participate fully for the duration of each session
• A stable internet connection, webcam, and microphone for interactive activities
• A notebook and pen for note-taking and reflection

Please note: If you have not received your joining instructions 24 hours before the event starts, contact your Event Manager immediately.

All registered participants will receive an E-Programme approximately two weeks prior to the workshop. This includes:

• Workshop venue details, full schedule, and timings
• Facilitator and artist biographies
• Key information to support your preparation and participation

Participants will also receive access to a workshop materials folder.

A digital teacher workbook will be provided for use during the workshop and for future reference.