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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS & ANSWERS (FAQs)

FAQ #1 - Who is the Symposium for? Should I attend if I don't want to work on Broadway? The Symposium is for EVERYONE no matter your experience level, age, or goals. All stage managers or anyone interested in stage management is welcome. Broadway's stage managers and profesionals share their experience & expertise which is applicable for all stage managers. Symposium attendees from high school students to educators have all had a wonderful, rich, and elightening experience.  

FAQ #2 - How do I watch if I'm not there live? What if I miss a session? Info to access the on-demand replay of all sessions will be sent to all attendees withing two days after the closing of the Symposium. All attendees have on-demand access to all the sessions until the end of June, so you can watch and re-watch whenever you are available. If for some reason you are not able to watch during that month, please contact us and we will make arrangements. 

FAQ #3 - What if I need help or have difficulty getting online? A dedicated technician will be available to help via email and phone during the entire Symposium to help troubleshoot.  This info is distributed via email prior to the Symposium to all attendees. And if you miss anything, you will receive the full replay of all sessions after the Symposium. (see FAQ #2)

FAQ #4 - Can I switch between the live Symposium & Online? If seating is available, as per the current NYC guidelines, you can upgrade to the live in NYC option anytime. Simply contact us at info@broadwaysymposium.com or via the contact us link and we'll make it so.

FAQ #5 - What type of interactions with speakers and attendees can I expect? For in person, most panelists are available after there session/panel to greet and chat with attendees during the break. Online speakers/panelists will be available in breakout social room following their session/panel during the break. There is also a conference chat for everyone to engage in, as well as personal chat & session chat. Attendees can invite anyone on the platform to a one on one, face to face meeting. There is also a special speed networking function to click to randomly meet someone. There are social gatherings like the post show wrap party or show watch parties and plenty of time on breaks to interact with others on the platform. So many ways to connect.

FAQ #6 - Is there conference or disounted hotels available? In the past we have set up discounted rates at Midtown hotels, however, our attendees have had much greater success with aribnb or VRBO or staying outside of Midtown. Discounted sites like hoteltonight.com and kayak.com have good rates. BSMS recommends exploring these options. If you need help finding accommodations, please contact us.

FAQ #7 - How do I sign up? Click the button above for the option you want to register for and you will be taken through the registration process.  After payment is received, you will be emailed a confirmation that includes a link to a short form to get all your pertinent info.

FAX #8 - Are there student and group discounts? YES - email us to set up your student rate or group discount at info@broadwaysymposium.com or via the contact us link.

FAQ #9 - What if I am having a financial hardship? We can set up a custom payment plan that can work with any budget. Contact us at info@broadwaysymposium.com or via the contact us link and we will work with you.

FAQ #10 - RE: COVID POLICY.  The Symposium follows the guidelines of current New York City local government. Masks are optional and if you are not feeling well, attendees are asked to self test.