Hammer and Nails

Bringing together industry professionals and mentors with young, future creatives for a day of inspiration, learning andempowerment, the conference aims to create a career pipelineto the design, technical and production sides of theater and film. The three-pronged event will include a panel discussionfeaturing industry professionals Toni Barton (production designer for film and TV), Pamela Hobson (tour manager and lighting designer), Kathy A. Perkins (lighting designer andprofessor emerita of Africa/African Diaspora theater); a 45-minute hands-on session during which attendees can gain practicalexperience in key areas of the design and production process; and a Meet-and-Greet Lunch, offering the girls a uniqueopportunity to connect with the panelists, gaining inspiration andguidance for their own creative paths.
Sponsored by the American Theater Wing’s Andrew Lloyd Webber Initiative and in partnership with the I Dare to Care Association, the Hammer and Nails Conference representsCamden Rep's commitment to diversifying the creativeindustries by giving young women the tools, knowledge andinspiration to pursue careers in design and production. Byshowcasing diverse professionals who have successfullynavigated these fields, the conference aims to spark newpossibilities for the next generation.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Camden High School, 1700 Park Boulevard, Camden, United States