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Matthew

Hodge

Available as a Speaker and Keynote

Conferences      Lecture Series

 Masterclasses      Workshops   

Classes              Camps

(Virtual and In-Person)

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SELECTED SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

2024 - International Arts in Society Conference (South Korea)

2024 - North Carolina Legislative Conference (Arts Session)

2024 - Garner Performing Arts Center

2023 - International Conference on Religion & Spirituality in Society Conference (Greece)

2023 - International Arts in Society Conference (Poland)

2023 - WCC Founding Arts & Humanities Speaking Series

2023 - Garner Performing Arts Center

2023 - Notably Disney Podcast

2022 - North Carolina Thespian Festival

2022 - University of Arkansas School of Education

2022 - Book of the Mouse Podcast

2022 - Notably Disney Podcast

2021 - CIVAE International Arts Conference (Spain)

2021 - Enloe High School Chapter National English Society

2021 - NCSU Music Theory Club

2021 - WCC Founding Arts & Humanities Speaking Series

2021 - NCSU School of Art & Design

2021 - Artists Thrive National Conference

2021 - Notably Disney Podcast

2021 - ECGC East Coast Game Conference

2021 - UNC-Chapel Hill Department of Religious Studies

2021 - North Carolina Thespian Festival

2019 - NCSU School of Art & Design

2019 - WPU Interdisciplinary Conference

2017 - International Journal of Arts and Sciences Conference (Austria)

2017 - NCCC Fine Arts Conference

2017 - International Journal of Arts and Sciences Conference (Harvard University)

2015 - International Arts in Society Conference (Italy)

2010 - MathFest National Conference

2010 - KY Governor Scholar Program

2009 - KY Governor Scholar Program 

THEMES AND TOPICS

Matthew can explore various topics for student and adult audiences, including the following:

PERFORMING ARTS

  • Workshops & Masterclasses (Music or Theatre)

  • ​Composing and Songwriting (The Creative Process)

  • Media Scoring (Music for Film, TV, Commercials, & Video Games)

  • Music Technologies (Artistic and Ethical Debates)

  • Audition Techniques and Strategies

  • Playwrighting and Script Analysis

  • Artistry and Professionalism

WRITING

  • Navigating the ENTIRE Writing Process (From Idea to Publication)

  • Writing Nonfiction (Tips and Strategies)

  • Being a Passionate Writer

  • Establishing Your Voice and Audience

  • Working With Editors, Publishers, and Co-Authors (Building Relationships)

  • Fundamental Differences within Nonfiction Genres

  • Finding the Right Research in a World of Information

EDUCATION

  • Making History Alive and Relevant for Students

  • The Importance of Being an Imperfect Educator

  • Building Student Excitement About Your Course Subject

  • Establishing a Productive Classroom Tone and Environment

  • The Power of Interdisciplinary Collaborations

  • Building Study Abroad Trips

  • In-Person vs. Virtual Teaching

Please contact Matthew for inquiries regarding availability and pricing on his Contact page.

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