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The Shakespeare Association of America (SAA) is a professional organization for the advanced study of Shakespeare's works, times, and afterlife.

Visit linktr.ee/saaupdates for more information on events and member updates.
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Shakespeare Association of America @saaupdates.bsky.social · Mar 23
This week truly was Super Renaissance Conference Week. Thanks for joining us for #Shax2025 and #RenSA25 and we’ll see you next year in Denver for #Shax2026! ✈️
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We’re so excited for our hybrid conference in Denver - have you registered for #Shax2026 yet?

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January 13, 2026 at 3:16 PM
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Don’t forget ‼️ proposals for #Shax2027 in Atlanta are due by February 15. Find more information and contact the committee co-chairs through our website, or by visiting linktr.ee/saaupdates
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January 8, 2026 at 2:55 AM
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Did you publish a book about or adjacent to #Shakespeare since the 2024 meeting of @saaupdates.bsky.social? Please fill out this Google form to provide information about your book and join us for a celebration at #Shax2026 in Denver on Friday, 4/3, from 10:30-11am. forms.gle/aTKJdQZniypr...
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January 6, 2026 at 3:19 PM
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ICYMI: Registration for #Shax2026 is now OPEN! Log in to the member portal to join us in Denver.

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January 5, 2026 at 3:25 PM
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Happy New Year! Registration for #Shax2026 is now OPEN. Log in to the member portal or visit linktr.ee/saaupdates for more details and to register your attendance at our Denver meeting.
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January 1, 2026 at 6:05 AM
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As we close out 2025 and look ahead to 2026, consider supporting the vital work of the SAA with a donation to the Annual Fund. Your generosity helps to fund grants, awards, and prizes that support the future of Shakespeare and early modern drama studies.

Give today at linktr.ee/saaupdates
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December 30, 2025 at 4:21 PM
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We’re excited for #Shax2026 in Denver, but have you considered submitting a proposal for #Shax2027 in Atlanta? The deadline to submit proposals to the #Shax2027 program committee is February 15!

Have questions? Check out our website: linktr.ee/saaupdates
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December 29, 2025 at 6:14 PM
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Don’t forget: registration for #Shax2026 in Denver opens on January 1! As always, conference registration is separate from your membership dues; log in to the member portal to see your account status and to register for the 2026 conference.
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December 24, 2025 at 8:13 PM
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The deadline to submit proposals to the #Shax2027 program committee for next year’s Atlanta conference is February 15!

Have questions? Contact the committee for more information or check our website: linktr.ee/saaupdates
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December 18, 2025 at 5:15 PM
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Your gift to the SAA Annual Fund makes a difference! Help fund travel grants for graduate students, contingent faculty, independent scholars, and more by giving today.

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December 16, 2025 at 2:49 PM
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Here’s your weekend reminder: digital exhibit applications are due on Monday, December 15! Find more information on our website: linktr.ee/saaupdates
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December 13, 2025 at 6:32 PM
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One week left to submit your #digital projects to #Shax2026! Apply by December 15 to share your work in Denver: linktr.ee/saaupdates
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December 8, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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There’s still time! Applications for #digital exhibits at #Shax2026 are due by December 15. Showcase your work on early modern projects — find more information and apply at linktr.ee/saaupdates
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December 5, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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The SAA proudly invests in supporting our members through travel and dependent care grants, prizes, and member-driven initiatives. This #GivingTuesday, help us support this vital work by making a donation to the Annual Fund: linktr.ee/saaupdates
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December 2, 2025 at 3:34 PM
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As we look ahead to #GivingTuesday, remember the SAA Annual Fund in your philanthropic plans. Gifts to the Annual Fund support grants for contingent faculty, members without funding, & grad students, plus special events, awards, & prizes. Give at linktr.ee/saaupdates
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November 28, 2025 at 6:36 PM
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Know a project or article that engages in new and innovative work? Nominate an SAA member (including yourself!) for the Barbara Hodgdon Performance award, Shakespeare Publics award, or Innovate Article award. Deadline December 1. More information at linktr.ee/saaupdates
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November 25, 2025 at 3:37 PM
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Don’t forget! Applications for #digital exhibits at #Shax2026 are now due by December 15! Showcase your work on early modern projects — find more information and apply at linktr.ee/saaupdates
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November 21, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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Applications for the SAA Innovative Article Award are due December 1! This award recognizes an outstanding scholarly article that leads the field in new directions through innovative scholarly approaches and methods. Learn more on our website: linktr.ee/saaupdates
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November 19, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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🚨Deadline update🚨 Applications for #digital exhibits at #Shax2026 are now due by December 15! Showcase your work on early modern projects — find more information and apply at linktr.ee/saaupdates
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November 14, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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The deadlines keep coming and they don't stop coming! Make sure your application is in by *December 1* for the

- Innovative Article Award
- Shakespeare Publics Award
- Barbara Hodgdon Performance Award

More details at shakespeareassociation.org/awards-prizes/
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November 12, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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Apply for SAA’s Awards and Prizes! The Barbara Hodgdon Performance Award recognizes innovative scholarship in the field of Shakespeare and performance studies. Deadline: 1 December. Find more details and learn how to submit your work at linktr.ee/saaupdates
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November 10, 2025 at 9:07 PM
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SAA invests in our members through grants, prizes, & member-driven initiatives — but we need your help. Consider donating to the Annual Fund to continue building robust support for all members. Any gift, no matter how small, makes a difference.

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November 5, 2025 at 5:35 PM
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November 1 is quickly approaching! Submit your applications for travel and dependent care grants, as well as digital exhibits proposals, this week. Visit linktr.ee/saaupdates for more details.
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October 29, 2025 at 3:57 PM
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Applications for #digital exhibits at #Shax2026 are now open! Showcase your work on early modern projects — find more information and apply at linktr.ee/saaupdates
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October 27, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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Looking for assistance to attend #Shax2026 in Denver? Check out our Travel and Dependent Care grants — applications are due November 1. Find out how to apply on our website: shakespeareassociation.org/awards-prize...
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October 21, 2025 at 2:59 PM