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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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Image of a bold teal graphic splotch with a big white exclamation point. Large dark text above and below the graphic reads “don’t miss this hashtag shax 2027 deadline.” End ID.

The deadlines to vote for new Trustees and submit program proposals for #Shax2027 are rapidly approaching!

Sunday, February 15 is your last chance to vote online, or submit a seminar or workshop idea to the program committee.

More info on our website: linktr.ee/saaupdates

13.02.2026 17:01 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Image of the Colorado state capitol building with clouds and blue skies above it. To the left of the picture is bold script reading “register today” and smaller type reading “renew your membership, register for the conference, and get ready to join us at hashtag shax 2026 in Denver.” End ID.

Don’t miss out! Registration and hotel bookings for #Shax2026 are now open. If you’re joining us in Denver, book your hotel room by March 2! All attendees (virtual and in-person) should register with SAA online by March 15.

See our website for details: linktr.ee/saaupdates

11.02.2026 17:36 — 👍 0    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Image of a calendar and a clock icon with loopy script above and below reading “upcoming deadline.” End ID.

Don’t miss these upcoming deadlines!

February 15 is the last day to vote for new Trustees AND ALSO the last day to submit program proposals for #Shax2027! Find more info for both of these deadlines on our website: linktr.ee/saaupdates

09.02.2026 16:24 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Don’t forget to vote, SAA friends!

07.02.2026 20:40 — 👍 1    🔁 3    💬 0    📌 0
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Black and white image of a hand placing a ballot into the opening at the top of a ballot box. Blue text on top of the image reads “hashtag shax 2026 officer elections” and shares the February 15 deadline for voting. End ID.

Voting for new Trustees closes on February 15! Make your voice heard by voting today: shakespeareassociation.org/2026-ballot/

07.02.2026 20:32 — 👍 2    🔁 3    💬 0    📌 1
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Image of a quill pen lying at the bottom of the page. Above it, large text reads “hashtag shax 2027.” Smaller text below refers to the 2027 conference proposal deadline on February 15. More information can be found on the S A A website. End ID.

It’s officially February! Be aware of upcoming deadlines, including the proposal deadline for #Shax2027. More details on our website, linktr.ee/saaupdates

03.02.2026 15:30 — 👍 1    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Some important deadlines to note: registration for #Shax2026 runs through March 15 and the hotel cutoff date for our conference room block is March 2. Visit our website to register and find the link to book hotel rooms: linktr.ee/saaupdates

29.01.2026 17:10 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Black and white image of a hand placing a ballot into the opening at the top of a ballot box. Blue text on top of the image reads “hashtag shax 2026 officer elections” and shares the February 15 deadline for voting. End ID.

All SAA members are encouraged to vote in the election of new Trustees! Vote by February 15 to help shape the future of the SAA. Bios and candidate statements are available on our website, linktr.ee/saaupdates

27.01.2026 20:29 — 👍 3    🔁 4    💬 0    📌 0
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Image of a quill pen lying at the bottom of the page. Above it, large text reads “hashtag shax 2027.” Smaller text below refers to the 2027 conference proposal deadline on February 15. More information can be found on the S A A website. End ID.

We’re seeking proposals for #Shax2027 in Atlanta! Find more information, ask questions, and submit your proposal on our website: linktr.ee/saaupdates

23.01.2026 16:19 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Happy New Year, everyone! 🥂

For those heading to #shax2026 in April, be sure to check out the Digital Exhibits on Saturday, April 4! We’ll be there and would love to see you there too! ✨🎩

(And yes, we’ll have stickers!)

01.01.2026 21:37 — 👍 6    🔁 2    💬 0    📌 0

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...

06.01.2026 15:19 — 👍 11    🔁 9    💬 1    📌 0
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Image of a graphic teal ink blot with dark text on top. The text reads “hashtag shax 2026 - registration and hotel bookings are live!” End ID.

Don’t forget: registration and hotel bookings are live! Check the January member update or our website for more details.

Linktr.ee/saaupdates

21.01.2026 19:11 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Image of a white ballot box with bold type on its front, reading “VOTE.” Below the box, text reads “voting closes February 15.” End ID.

ICYMI: voting for new SAA Trustees is OPEN! Help shape the future of the SAA and vote by February 15. Bios and candidate statements are available on our website: linktr.ee/saaupdates

19.01.2026 16:48 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Image of dark blue text on a light blue background. The text reads “register today for hashtag shax 2026. See the January member bulletin for details on this year’s conference in Denver. More information at Shakespeare association dot org.” Above the text, colorful confetti is bursting from the top corners of the image. End ID.

We’re so excited for our hybrid conference in Denver - have you registered for #Shax2026 yet?

Linktr.ee/saaupdates

13.01.2026 15:16 — 👍 2    🔁 2    💬 0    📌 0
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Image of bold black and teal type reading “hashtag shax 2027.” Below this is smaller, regular black type sharing information about the Program Committee’s call for submissions of seminars, workshops, and panels for the 2027 Atlanta conference. Members are welcome to contact the committee with questions before the February 15 submission deadline. At the bottom of the image is a black and teal quill pen. End ID.

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

08.01.2026 02:55 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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ICYMI: Registration for #Shax2026 is now OPEN! Log in to the member portal to join us in Denver.

linktr.ee/saaupdates

05.01.2026 15:25 — 👍 1    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Image of a teal and coral banner with gold confetti. Below the banner, text reads "hashtag Shax 2026 registration is open. Thursday, January 1st, 2026." At the bottom is the url for the S A A website. End ID.

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.

01.01.2026 06:05 — 👍 3    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Image of past president Farah Karim Cooper and special guest Adjoa Andoh at SAA in 2022. Text over the image says "Your gift has an impact" and encourages the viewer to make a gift today. End ID.

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

30.12.2025 16:21 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Image of bold black and teal type reading “hashtag shax 2027.” Below this is smaller, regular black type sharing information about the Program Committee’s call for submissions of seminars, workshops, and panels for the 2027 Atlanta conference. Members are welcome to contact the committee with questions before the February 15 submission deadline. At the bottom of the image is a black and teal quill pen. End ID.

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

29.12.2025 18:14 — 👍 6    🔁 4    💬 0    📌 0
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Image of a loading page on a snowy background. Text reads “hashtag Shax 2026 registration opens January 1” with the nearly full loading bar beneath. End ID.

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.

24.12.2025 20:13 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Image of bold black and teal type reading “hashtag shax 2027.” Below this is smaller, regular black type sharing information about the Program Committee’s call for submissions of seminars, workshops, and panels for the 2027 Atlanta conference. Members are welcome to contact the committee with questions before the February 15 submission deadline. At the bottom of the image is a black and teal quill pen. End ID.

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

18.12.2025 17:15 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Image of a cream polygon with large teal quote marks at the top. Text in the middle of the polygon reads “the travel grant I received from S A A allowed me to build my professional network by connecting with mentors and new friends. Hashtag Shax 2025 recipient. Give to the annual fund at Shakespeare association dot org.” End ID.

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.

Linktr.ee/saaupdates

16.12.2025 14:49 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Image of a large teal splotch with a bold white exclamation point inside. Text above and below the graphic reads “don’t miss this hashtag shax 2026 deadline.” End ID.

Here’s your weekend reminder: digital exhibit applications are due on Monday, December 15! Find more information on our website: linktr.ee/saaupdates

13.12.2025 18:32 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Image of the Chandos portrait of William Shakespeare, overlaid with translucent green text of computer code and strings of binary code. Along the right side of the image, dark text reads "Propose a Digital Exhibit". End ID.

One week left to submit your #digital projects to #Shax2026! Apply by December 15 to share your work in Denver: linktr.ee/saaupdates

08.12.2025 17:01 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Image of a candy-striped teal border around a white square. Text inside the border reads “hashtag shax 2026 digital exhibits. New deadline. Submit a digital project by December 15.” End ID.

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

05.12.2025 15:07 — 👍 1    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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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

02.12.2025 15:34 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Image of an open hand with a heart above the palm. Text below the hand reads “support S A A’s annual fund, hashtag shax 2026.” End ID.

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

28.11.2025 18:36 — 👍 3    🔁 2    💬 0    📌 0
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Image advertising the Innovative Article Award for hashtag Shax 2026.

Image advertising the Shakespeare Publics Award for hashtag Shax 2026.

Image advertising the Shakespeare Publics Award for hashtag Shax 2026.

Image advertising the Hodgdon Performance Award for hashtag Shax 2026.

Image advertising the Hodgdon Performance Award for hashtag Shax 2026.

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

25.11.2025 15:37 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Image of a candy-striped teal border around a white square. Text inside the border reads “hashtag shax 2026 digital exhibits. New deadline. Submit a digital project by December 15.” End ID.

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

21.11.2025 15:33 — 👍 2    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Black and white image of a typewriter, which light blue text overlaid. The text read “hashtag shax 2026 innovative article award. Recognizing and outstanding article that leads the field of Shakespeare Studies in new directions through creative and innovative approaches and methods. Application deadline: 1 December 2025.” End ID.

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

19.11.2025 16:19 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

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