Digital Power in the AI Era: Black Theatre
By Dr. Goddess
Digital Power in the AI Era: Black Theatre introduces theatre artists, producers, directors, playwrights, designers, educators, and arts leaders to the practical power of artificial intelligence. In this interactive workshop, Dr. Goddess demonstrates how AI can support every stage of the creative process—from generating ideas for costume and scenic design, assisting with script development, and creating compelling marketing campaigns to streamlining business operations, audience engagement, fundraising, and everyday administrative tasks.
Whether you’re an independent artist or part of a theatre company, you’ll discover practical, ethical, and accessible ways to save time, increase productivity, strengthen your organization, and expand your creative impact. Designed as an introductory session, this workshop will equip you with practical tools and strategies you can begin using immediately—regardless of your level of AI experience.
To help you get the most from the workshop, please complete the pre-workshop form before you arrive. Visit bit.ly/DrGoddessAI-IBTF to receive:
- Instructions for setting up your free AI accounts
- A brief pre-workshop activity
- What to bring to the session
- Workshop updates and resources
- PRE-Workshop is Sunday, July 18, 6:00pm EST
Tuesday, July 28, 11:15am – 1:15pm
Ardmore 1, Benton Convention Center (Benton South)
Dr. Kimberly C. Ellis, affectionately known as “Dr. Goddess,” is a storyteller, branding and digital strategist, scholar, activist, entrepreneur, and public historian. Her work spans public art, civic technology, political campaigns, historic preservation, and cultural storytelling. A published author, speaker, and producer, her work has been featured by The Guardian, BBC, NPR, Ebony, and Black Enterprise. Dr. Ellis is the recipient of numerous honors, including the YWCA Racial Justice Award, and has received playwriting awards and grants from organizations including The Heinz Endowments and The Pittsburgh Foundation.