Upcoming Classes
All of our training opportunities take place virtually using Zoom. There are generally 4 full days of formal Audio Description instruction with time in between for assignments, practice, or preparation. To be added to our mailing list for class announcements, or for any other questions, please email us at info@adtrainingretreats.com.
2026 Leadership Exchange in Arts & Disability (LEAD) Conference
August 11–14, 2026 in Philadelphia, PA
ADTR is excited to be participating in this year’s LEAD Conference, with multiple presentations and a full-day workshop:
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Audio Description for Live Performance workshop on August 11
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Presenting a session on marketing audio description (scheduling + promotion)
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Giving a lightning talk on access in performance planning beyond AD—how to make experiences more welcoming for everyone
Capacity-Building Workshop: Audio Description for Live Performance
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August 11, 9am-5pm
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Instructors: Colleen Connor, Bridget Melton, Adrienne Livingston, and Susannah Mars
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Registration fee: $250 per person
Click here for the LEAD Conference 2026 Schedule, Registration, and Details
Fundamentals of Audio Description with Bridget Melton and Colleen Connor
Moderators: Susannah Mars and Adrienne Livingston
Tuition: $800 for participants, $650 for observers
Upcoming Classes:
TBD Fall 2026
Advanced AD: Writing for the Screen with Melissa Hope and Colleen Connor
Tuition: $800
Pre-requisite: ADTR Fundamentals or equivalent training/experience
Upcoming Class:
TBD 2027
Please contact us if you would like to sponsor a training or provide a scholarship!
For further details or questions, email us at: info@adtrainingretreats.com