GII Symposium 2026

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Wed, 08 Jul, 2026 at 12:00 pm

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Portland State University | Portland, OR

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The Global Improvisation Initiative (GII) Symposium 2026 is coming to Portland, OR, USA, on July 8-11, 2026! SAVE-THE-DATES and consider submitting a proposal (before 11/17) to present your theatrical improvisation experience to the global community. Online and in-person participation available.
Presentation Proposals are Due: November 17, 2025
CFP Acceptance Notification: January 2026
Registration opens February 2026
(Poster art a creation of Portland, Oregon artist Gary Hirsch)
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Portland State University, 1825 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97201-3256, United States

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