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Thursday, Jan. 3
9:00am
Wavelengths: APAP World Music Pre-Conference
Wavelengths is a two-day pre-conference for the international performing arts field. Free and open to all, the first day focuses on artists and the second on the presenting community. Wavelengths stri...
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Wavelengths is a two-day pre-conference for the international performing arts field. Free and open to all, the first day focuses on artists and the second on the presenting community. Wavelengths strives to include new and overlooked perspectives and to provide actionable advice through informed conversations, breakout sessions and interactive dialogue. Co-produced by Rock Paper Scissors music PR and globalFEST.
Time
Thursday, Jan. 3, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse A
Friday, Jan. 4
9:00am
ArtsReady 2.0: A Guided Crisis-Planning Workshop
Arrive with your brain and laptop powered up, and leave having updated or built the foundation of your readiness and disaster recovery plan. ArtsReady is launching its upgraded, user-friendly online p...
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Arrive with your brain and laptop powered up, and leave having updated or built the foundation of your readiness and disaster recovery plan. ArtsReady is launching its upgraded, user-friendly online platform in 2019. Get a sneak preview, a thumbdrive of helpful resources and a free one-year subscription when it launches. In this workshop, enjoy one-on-one guidance as you do your online risk assessment, and start to develop your crisis plan for people, facilities, guest artists and programs.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Room
Hilton Madison Suite
Speakers
Lynn Dates
South Arts/ArtsReady/PAR
Frances Harrell
Northeast Document Conservation Center/dPlan
Janet Newcomb
National Coalition for Arts' Preparedness & Emergency Response (NCAPER)
Mollie Quinlan-Hayes
South Arts/ArtsReady
Tom Clareson
Performing Arts Readiness
Classical Music Forum
This forum is for all professionals working in and supporting the traditional and nontraditional classical music realm. Together, we’ll surface issues, challenges and opportunities facing the field, a...
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This forum is for all professionals working in and supporting the traditional and nontraditional classical music realm. Together, we’ll surface issues, challenges and opportunities facing the field, and explore tactics and build networks for a stronger future. Bring topics and ideas for what will surely be a vibrant conversation. Facilitated by members of APAP’s Classical Connections Committee.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Room
Hilton Bryant Suite
Dance Forum
As part of the APAP|NYC pre-conference, the annual Dance/USA Dance Forum will bring together a wide variety of individuals working in the dance industry to connect with peers and discuss immediate, fi...
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As part of the APAP|NYC pre-conference, the annual Dance/USA Dance Forum will bring together a wide variety of individuals working in the dance industry to connect with peers and discuss immediate, field-wide issues. The event will present opportunities to dialogue with peers and speakers from across the country in both large and small group conversations. Multi-disciplinary presenters are encouraged to attend!
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Trianon Ballroom
EXPO Hall Load-In
EXPO Hall load-in hours. Not open to non-exhibitors.
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EXPO Hall load-in hours. Not open to non-exhibitors.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Festivals Forum
Join a discussion with your festival colleagues exploring timely issues, challenges and opportunities facing festival producers and presenters today.
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Join a discussion with your festival colleagues exploring timely issues, challenges and opportunities facing festival producers and presenters today.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Room
Hilton Gibson Suite
Under the Radar Speed Dating
Learn about new theater works that are ready to tour! In a speed-dating format, presenters meet theater artists/companies to explore touring and partnering ideas. This session is geared towards presen...
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Learn about new theater works that are ready to tour! In a speed-dating format, presenters meet theater artists/companies to explore touring and partnering ideas. This session is geared towards presenters, and participating artists are curated in advance by The Public Theater’s Under the Radar Festival.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Petit Trianon
Wavelengths: APAP World Music Pre-Conference
Wavelengths is a two-day pre-conference for the international performing arts field. Free and open to all, the first day focuses on artists and the second on the presenting community. Wavelengths stri...
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Description
Wavelengths is a two-day pre-conference for the international performing arts field. Free and open to all, the first day focuses on artists and the second on the presenting community. Wavelengths strives to include new and overlooked perspectives and to provide actionable advice through informed conversations, breakout sessions and interactive dialogue. Co-produced by Rock Paper Scissors music PR and globalFEST.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse A
Youth and Family Forum: The Future of Family Programming
We live in a world that is changing rapidly and that is immensely different than the one in which we grew up. How do we create and present meaningful, relevant live arts experiences for young people a...
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We live in a world that is changing rapidly and that is immensely different than the one in which we grew up. How do we create and present meaningful, relevant live arts experiences for young people and families today, and how do we envision those experiences for tomorrow? In this forum, we will share national and global perspectives and "wise" practices to help lay the foundation for authentic engagement with young people and families now and for the future.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Room
Hilton Rendezvous Trianon
11:30am
Agents and Managers Affinity Group
This informal gathering offers an opportunity for agents and managers to connect with peers and colleagues before the full conference begins to network, discuss shared triumphs, opportunities and chal...
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This informal gathering offers an opportunity for agents and managers to connect with peers and colleagues before the full conference begins to network, discuss shared triumphs, opportunities and challenges, and meet friends old and new.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Harlem Suite
Artists Affinity Group
This informal gathering offers an opportunity for artists to connect with peers and colleagues before the full conference begins to network, discuss shared triumphs, opportunities and challenges, and...
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This informal gathering offers an opportunity for artists to connect with peers and colleagues before the full conference begins to network, discuss shared triumphs, opportunities and challenges, and meet friends old and new.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse F
International Presenters Affinity Group
This informal gathering offers an opportunity for international presenters to connect with peers and colleagues before the full conference begins to network, discuss shared triumphs, opportunities and...
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This informal gathering offers an opportunity for international presenters to connect with peers and colleagues before the full conference begins to network, discuss shared triumphs, opportunities and challenges, and meet friends old and new.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse D
Municipal Presenters Affinity Group
This informal gathering offers an opportunity for municipal presenters to connect with peers and colleagues before the full conference begins to network, discuss shared triumphs, opportunities and cha...
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This informal gathering offers an opportunity for municipal presenters to connect with peers and colleagues before the full conference begins to network, discuss shared triumphs, opportunities and challenges, and meet friends old and new.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse E
Small and Mid-Sized Presenters Affinity Group
This informal gathering offers an opportunity for small and mid-sized presenters to connect with peers and colleagues before the full conference begins to network, discuss shared triumphs, opportuniti...
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This informal gathering offers an opportunity for small and mid-sized presenters to connect with peers and colleagues before the full conference begins to network, discuss shared triumphs, opportunities and challenges, and meet friends old and new.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse B
University Presenters Affinity Group
This informal gathering offers an opportunity for university presenters to connect with peers and colleagues before the full conference begins to network, discuss shared triumphs, opportunities and ch...
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This informal gathering offers an opportunity for university presenters to connect with peers and colleagues before the full conference begins to network, discuss shared triumphs, opportunities and challenges, and meet friends old and new.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse G
12:00pm
Your Community in Crisis: Creating a Network to Safeguard the Arts
Integral to the health and welfare of communities in good times, the arts are often unprepared to respond to and recover from an array of natural or man-made disasters in times of difficulty. Learn ho...
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Integral to the health and welfare of communities in good times, the arts are often unprepared to respond to and recover from an array of natural or man-made disasters in times of difficulty. Learn how to create a network for local emergency action and community recovery through arts and culture.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Madison Suite
Speakers
Tom Clareson
Performing Arts Readiness
Janet Newcomb
National Coalition for Arts' Preparedness & Emergency Response (NCAPER)
Amy Schwartzman
NCAPER Steering Committee
1:00pm
UP NEXT! Artist Pitch Session
Discover exciting new works that are in development or ready to tour. Artists are curated by APAP and will be announced soon. To attend, you must be registered for APAP|NYC 2019 and pick up your...
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Discover exciting new works that are in development or ready to tour. Artists are curated by APAP and will be announced soon. To attend, you must be registered for APAP|NYC 2019 and pick up your badge prior to the session.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton West Ballroom
1:30pm
Artists Building a Code of Ethics in the Era of #MeToo
In response to #MeToo and other social justice movements, artists and artistic communities are developing codes of ethics to hold themselves and others accountable, as instances of implicit bias and o...
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In response to #MeToo and other social justice movements, artists and artistic communities are developing codes of ethics to hold themselves and others accountable, as instances of implicit bias and of explicit harassment gain greater recognition in society and in our field. Learn about these artist-driven efforts and how to develop a code for your own organization or community.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse B
Speakers
Laura T. Fisher
Not in Our House
Emily Marks
Lionheart Live Arts and Youth Theatre
Michèle Steinwald
44 Arts Productive
Taja Will
Diversity & Inclusion Committee at Earthdance
Imani Uzuri
Elaina Di Monaco
New Avenues for Community Engagement: Contemporary Circus and Outdoor Arts
Circus and street performance have delighted communities of all ages and backgrounds for decades. So why is "Nouveau Cirque" considered expensive entertainment and/or high art in the U.S.? Explore div...
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Circus and street performance have delighted communities of all ages and backgrounds for decades. So why is "Nouveau Cirque" considered expensive entertainment and/or high art in the U.S.? Explore diverse artists working in these genres and consider their expansive possibilities for reinvigorating your institution's approach to community engagement.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse D
Speakers
Monique Martin
Harlem Stage
Carlos Uriona
Double Edge Theatre
Jenni Taylor Swain
Potluck Arts
Ruth Juliet Wikler
Boom Arts/ La Tohu & Montréal Complètement Cirque Festival
New Paradigms for New Economic Realities of the Arts
What do we have to do—and what are we already doing differently—to survive and prosper as presenters, artists, agents and arts professionals in the new economic realities we face? Identifying and adap...
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What do we have to do—and what are we already doing differently—to survive and prosper as presenters, artists, agents and arts professionals in the new economic realities we face? Identifying and adapting to new paradigms is the key to survival.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse G
Speakers
C. Roy Blackwood
Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts and Fanfare, Southeastern Louisiana University
Ben Cohen
Cadenza Artists
Mister Mojo
MOJO & The Bayou Gypsies
Lisa Rock
Close to You: The Music of the Carpenters
Lula Washington
Lula Washington Dance Theatre
Erwin Washington
Lula Washington Dance Theatre
Start-Up Skills for Artists: Are You Ready for an Agent?
Are you ready to engage an agent/manager? How can you tell? What will they want and expect from you? How do they work and what are typical fees? How do you find them and approach them? Can they guaran...
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Are you ready to engage an agent/manager? How can you tell? What will they want and expect from you? How do they work and what are typical fees? How do you find them and approach them? Can they guarantee results? Should you showcase—where, when, what are the costs, and how often?
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse E
Speakers
Ron DeStefano & Melissa Giattino
EPIC Arts Management (Managers) / Two on Tap (Artists)
Craig Hankenson
Producers Inc.
Manuel Prestamo
PMI: Performance Management International
Laurel Canan
Siegel Artist Management
The Broadway Forum
Join in this first-time APAP|NYC gathering of the Broadway Consortium featuring panel discussions and interactive dialogue among peers on topics relevant to the North American Broadway touring and pre...
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Join in this first-time APAP|NYC gathering of the Broadway Consortium featuring panel discussions and interactive dialogue among peers on topics relevant to the North American Broadway touring and presenting industry. Topics include effective marketing and social media strategies, managing expenses, dynamic ticketing and more.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Bryant Suite
Transgender Arts Professionals Forum
This forum provides a space for transgender arts professionals (artists, producers, administrators, curators and allies) to gather, meet and identify issues of import that also inform APAP’s next step...
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This forum provides a space for transgender arts professionals (artists, producers, administrators, curators and allies) to gather, meet and identify issues of import that also inform APAP’s next steps for supporting and serving all members of our arts community.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Morgan Suite
2:15pm
Start-Up Skills for Artists: Showcasing at APAP|NYC and Beyond—What, How, When, Why?
Experienced showcase producers and agents lead a discussion about showcasing opportunities, including how to apply for juried showcases, the benefits of juried-vs-independent showcases, venue and prod...
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Experienced showcase producers and agents lead a discussion about showcasing opportunities, including how to apply for juried showcases, the benefits of juried-vs-independent showcases, venue and producer selection, showcase structure, soundchecks, room access, date/time selection, equipment needs, advertising and promotion, costs, setting expectations, and best marketing practices.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 2:15 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse E
Speakers
Laurel Canan
Siegel Artist Management
Craig Hankenson
Producers Inc.
Alina Kiryayeva
Artist
Manuel Prestamo
PMI: Performance Management International
Crandall Rogers
Four Mortals
3:00pm
New Colleagues Orientation
APAP invites all of our colleagues who are attending APAP|NYC for the first time, those wanting a refresher, and those wanting to make new connections with fellow professionals to this valuable orient...
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APAP invites all of our colleagues who are attending APAP|NYC for the first time, those wanting a refresher, and those wanting to make new connections with fellow professionals to this valuable orientation session. Learn how to make the most of your time in NYC and how to successfully navigate the conference. Remember: everyone is new to someone, and the small group, roundtable format is a great way to meet your colleagues.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Room
Hilton Trianon Ballroom
5:00pm
Opening Plenary Session: The Power of Art: Jane Chu
Jane Chu celebrates the leadership role the arts play in our world. Bringing her unique perspective as an artist, former arts presenter, recent head of the National Endowment for the Arts, and now adv...
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Jane Chu celebrates the leadership role the arts play in our world. Bringing her unique perspective as an artist, former arts presenter, recent head of the National Endowment for the Arts, and now adviser to PBS, Chu has seen first-hand how the arts are a positive force that brings people together across the U.S. and across differences.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Room
Hilton Grand Ballroom
Speakers
Jane Chu
6:30pm
APAP|NYC 2019 Opening Reception
Immediately following the opening plenary, APAP welcomes all colleagues to the opening reception. Join friends and colleagues, old and new, from near and far, as we toast the coming year, affirm the p...
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Immediately following the opening plenary, APAP welcomes all colleagues to the opening reception. Join friends and colleagues, old and new, from near and far, as we toast the coming year, affirm the performing arts as a positive force and celebrate ”The Power of WE”. Wine and hors d'oeuvres are provided.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Trianon Complex
8:00pm
Independent Consultants and Entrepreneurs Affinity Group
This informal gathering offers an opportunity before the full conference for you to connect with your peers and colleagues to network, discuss successes, opportunities and challenges, and meet old fri...
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This informal gathering offers an opportunity before the full conference for you to connect with your peers and colleagues to network, discuss successes, opportunities and challenges, and meet old friends and make new ones.
Time
Friday, Jan. 4, 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Bridges Bar
Saturday, Jan. 5
8:00am
New England Presenters/Arts Presenters of Northern New England Meeting
The New England Presenters and Arts Presenters of Northern New England Meeting is for presenting member organizations in our region and will provide an opportunity for presenters to discuss NEP/APNNE...
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The New England Presenters and Arts Presenters of Northern New England Meeting is for presenting member organizations in our region and will provide an opportunity for presenters to discuss NEP/APNNE business.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Room
Hilton Midtown Suite
PA Presenters Consortium Meeting
Join the meeting of the Pennsylvania (PA) Presenters. Presenters from the Mid-Atlantic area who are interested in learning about PA Presenters are welcome!
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Join the meeting of the Pennsylvania (PA) Presenters. Presenters from the Mid-Atlantic area who are interested in learning about PA Presenters are welcome!
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Room
Hilton East Suite
Southern Presenters Regional Meeting
Presenters and consortia members from South Arts' region (AL, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN) are invited to attend this networking and informational session. Learn about South Arts' new grant program...
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Presenters and consortia members from South Arts' region (AL, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN) are invited to attend this networking and informational session. Learn about South Arts' new grant programs. Get connected to your state consortia contacts and engage with peers. Artists/agents welcome, but no pitches please.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Room
Hilton Holland Suite
9:00am
Are You REDI? Thought Leaders on Racial Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the Performing Arts
Racial equity, diversity and inclusion are top of mind for many in the performing arts, but where do you turn for real information and in-depth knowledge on the topic? We’ve brought together a panel o...
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Racial equity, diversity and inclusion are top of mind for many in the performing arts, but where do you turn for real information and in-depth knowledge on the topic? We’ve brought together a panel of funders, consultants and thought-leaders to share a range of perspectives, expertise and wisdom on how to make REDI a reality and not just an acronym.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 9:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Room
Hilton Trianon Ballroom
Speakers
Lulani Arquette
Native Arts and Culture Foundation, APAP Board
Maurine Knighton
Doris Duke Charitable Foundation
Eddie Torres
Grantmakers in the Arts
Michele Kumi Baer
Race Forward
Steven Loft
Canada Council for the Arts
EXPO Hall Load-In
EXPO Hall load-in hours. Not open to non-exhibitors.
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EXPO Hall load-in hours. Not open to non-exhibitors.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
How to Conduct Indigenous Land Acknowledgements
This focused session is designed to help presenters learn how and why to perform land acknowledgements and follow Indigenous protocol at their venues and events. Participants will leave with resources...
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This focused session is designed to help presenters learn how and why to perform land acknowledgements and follow Indigenous protocol at their venues and events. Participants will leave with resources and guidance on incorporating this practice into their local work and connecting with local and regional resources to support these efforts.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse C
Speakers
Quita Sullivan
New England Foundation for the Arts
Larissa FastHorse
LiveNote® Innovation Session: Beyond the Ticket: Audience Engagement and Mobile Apps
Adults in the U.S. spend an average of nearly 5 hours every day on mobile apps. How can you leverage this technology to connect with today’s audiences? Join us for an exploration of mobile apps in the...
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Adults in the U.S. spend an average of nearly 5 hours every day on mobile apps. How can you leverage this technology to connect with today’s audiences? Join us for an exploration of mobile apps in the performing arts. We’ll show you how to develop a mobile engagement strategy to meet your audience’s needs and keep them coming back. We’ll highlight how arts organizations use mobile apps to engage audiences before, during, and after performances. And we’ll reveal how you can do it without blowing up your budget!
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse D
Speakers
David Dombrosky
InstantEncore
Chris Montgomery
InstantEncore
Presenting Dance: The Why and How
Join this discussion with veteran dance presenters and managers—from those with established dance programs to others who have launched dance series where there had been none. Glean insight from their...
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Join this discussion with veteran dance presenters and managers—from those with established dance programs to others who have launched dance series where there had been none. Glean insight from their experiences, as well as that of an education and development expert who will demonstrate how to maximize community impact and collaborate with local educational institutions to fuel more dance presenting.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse B
Speakers
Meg Booth
Society of Performing Arts Huston
Jim Leija
University Musical Society
Kristopher McDowell
KMP Artists
Charles Santos
TITAS
Renae Williams Niles
USC Kaufman School of Dance
Kendra Whitlock Ingram
Newman Center for the Performing Arts
Too Much to Count: Driving Revenues Beyond Tickets and Donors
Increasing revenue beyond the box office and the yearly gala is crucial—but few successfully tap into those opportunities. Hear from our panel of experts on ways to find (and bolster) new revenue stre...
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Increasing revenue beyond the box office and the yearly gala is crucial—but few successfully tap into those opportunities. Hear from our panel of experts on ways to find (and bolster) new revenue streams for artists and events, including VIP experiences, sponsorships, merchandise, F&B, livestreams and more.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse E
Speakers
Alan Seiffert
Midnight Blue Management
Anika Grant
Idlewild Experiential
Heather Vaughan
PlayStation Theater
Visas: What You Need to Know NOW
Border walls and Brexit, travel bans and immigrant boat blockades, the global lurch toward nationalism has significant implications for performing arts professionals in the U.S. and for artists travel...
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Border walls and Brexit, travel bans and immigrant boat blockades, the global lurch toward nationalism has significant implications for performing arts professionals in the U.S. and for artists traveling abroad. Learn about critical updates on visas in this session—a must for artists, presenters, agents, immigrant community cultural organizers and arts activists interested in international work.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse G
Speakers
Matthew Covey
Tamizdat and Covey Law
Brian Taylor Goldstein, Esq.
GG Arts Law
10:15am
A Critical Time for Cultural Diplomacy
When words alone fail us, the arts have a transformative power. Hear from your colleagues around the world, those here in the U.S., and Americans abroad creating connections through culture and remind...
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When words alone fail us, the arts have a transformative power. Hear from your colleagues around the world, those here in the U.S., and Americans abroad creating connections through culture and reminding us of our common humanity. Learn about programs that are succeeding in breaking down barriers and combating stereotypes through artistic experiences.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse E
Speakers
Cathy Edwards
New England Foundation for the Arts
Kinan Azmeh
Kinan Azmeh
Ellen Kodadek
Flushing Town Hall
Advancing Indigenous Arts: A Contemporary Perspective
This session features a diverse range of U.S.-based Indigenous artist voices and aims to increase the visibility of contemporary Indigenous artists among U.S. presenters and producers, educate the fie...
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This session features a diverse range of U.S.-based Indigenous artist voices and aims to increase the visibility of contemporary Indigenous artists among U.S. presenters and producers, educate the field about the range and depth of Indigenous work today, and promote understanding of such work and the artists who create it. The panel will explore the innovative, non-conventional practices of Native artists who seek to shatter historic perceptions and advance new narratives around Native resiliency and demystify how these fresh perspectives will resonate with audiences and communities.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse C
Speakers
Christopher Morgan
Dance Place
Reuben Roqueni
Native Arts and Cultures Foundation
Andre Bouchard
Walrus Arts Management
Ali Rosa-Salas
Abrons Arts Center
Larissa FastHorse
Determining Your Organization's Digital Marketing Priorities
With digital marketing, it's easy to get distracted by shiny buzzwords and new channels. Don't take the bait! In this session, discover how to prioritize digital marketing and leverage various platfor...
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With digital marketing, it's easy to get distracted by shiny buzzwords and new channels. Don't take the bait! In this session, discover how to prioritize digital marketing and leverage various platforms based on your organization’s needs and budget. Understand why marketers must focus on mobile, social storytelling, search, video and digital infrastructure. Using data from CI's Digital Benchmark Study, we will review why each area is important and provide relevant case studies from organizations of varying sizes. Learn how to get the biggest bang for your buck, set priorities for the year ahead and reach people in the moments that matter.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse B
Speakers
Molly Garber
Capacity Interactive
HR Bootcamp: Handling Harassment in the Performing Arts Workplace—Backstage, Onstage, Front of House, and in the Office
The session explores the various (and unspoken) places harassment can exist in the performing arts industry, guides participants on how to address these challenges and offers counsel on implementing a...
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The session explores the various (and unspoken) places harassment can exist in the performing arts industry, guides participants on how to address these challenges and offers counsel on implementing and enforcing clear strategies and policies. Participants will team up and discuss harassment scenarios, and an attorney and human resources expert give feedback and guidance on the best approaches.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse A
Speakers
Tricia Burgess
Heritage Health and Housing, Inc.
Gerald Hathaway
Drinker Biddle & Reath, LLP
Ally Haynes-Hamblen
City of Las Vegas Office of Cultural Affairs
Joe Levy, CVE
Apollo Theater
Laura Sweet
Des Moines Performing Arts
Taxes and Touring: Decoding the Complexities of New Tax Laws
Caffeine will not be needed for this action-packed session designed for presenters, promoters, booking agencies and artists. This power panel will leave no question unanswered about the new tax laws i...
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Caffeine will not be needed for this action-packed session designed for presenters, promoters, booking agencies and artists. This power panel will leave no question unanswered about the new tax laws in Canada and the U.S. and how they affect the tax obligations for all involved.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse G
Speakers
Matthew Covey
Tamizdat and Covey Law
Richard Dermer
RAM Management - Attorneys at Law
Cecile Glunt
CWA Management LLC
Mel Pujlic
The Awesome Company
Frank Page
CWA Management
11:30am
Saturday Plenary Session: 5 Provocations for Rethinking the Industry: Leading into the Future
In the face of a chaotic present and a wildly uncertain future, artists and arts leaders don’t have the luxury of “business as usual”. The leaders of today and tomorrow must take charge of making and...
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In the face of a chaotic present and a wildly uncertain future, artists and arts leaders don’t have the luxury of “business as usual”. The leaders of today and tomorrow must take charge of making and remaking the present and future of our art, our sector, ourselves and our world. Following two years of research and active learning, members of APAP’s Leadership Fellows Program question, provoke and challenge the field to think differently about widely held assumptions, the way we do business and the status quo, by asking: • How can disrupting organizational structures help us reimagine our how we work? • What does it mean to lead from the middle? • Is it possible to create equity in a capitalist economy? • What does work/life integration look like? • How should we recalibrate community engagement for a changing world? In this lively, interactive plenary, discover what the Leadership Fellows have learned, and engage with them and each other in breakout discussions on these issues as we work to build the future. Speakers and discussants: The 25 members and group leaders of Cohort III of APAP’s Leadership Fellows Program
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Grand Ballroom
2:00pm
Artists as Activists
Artists are using their voices to speak out on a number of social justices issues. Explore how artists and presenters bring light to otherwise marginalized topics and how, as "change agents," artists...
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Artists are using their voices to speak out on a number of social justices issues. Explore how artists and presenters bring light to otherwise marginalized topics and how, as "change agents," artists can create lasting effects in communities. Engage in a conversation with artists, presenters and artist managers to discuss strategies, challenges and partnerships around the performing arts and social justice.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 2:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse A
Speakers
Donald Byrd
Spectrum Dance Theater
David Dorfman
David Dorfman Dance / Pentacle
Michael Fox
International Music Network (IMN)
Kendra Whitlock Ingram
Newman Center for the Performing Arts
Arturo O'Farril
Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble
EXPO Hall Open
Exhibit hall open to all registered attendees.
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Exhibit hall open to all registered attendees.
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Saturday, Jan. 5, 2:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Going Multilingual: Expanding Your Reach and Impact
The decision to go multilingual opens up an entirely new set of opportunities, challenges and questions for presenters, producers and their communities. Learn from fellow colleagues about their initia...
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The decision to go multilingual opens up an entirely new set of opportunities, challenges and questions for presenters, producers and their communities. Learn from fellow colleagues about their initiatives and efforts to go multilingual across their organizations, what worked, what didn’t and what they’d do differently.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 2:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse B
Speakers
Oliver DelGado
Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles
Jim Morrow
Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia
Claudia Norman
Mexico Now Festival
Ruth Juliet Wikler
Boom Arts/ La Tohu & Montréal Complètement Cirque Festival
Leadership Transitions: Putting the “Success” in Succession
Join a roundtable discussion with teams of long-time leaders, founders, successors, and board chairs of presenting organizations and artist agencies who’ve planned and stewarded leadership transitions...
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Join a roundtable discussion with teams of long-time leaders, founders, successors, and board chairs of presenting organizations and artist agencies who’ve planned and stewarded leadership transitions successfully. Hear their unique perspectives on the process, their shared learning and key takeaways on how to best manage such a transition for all.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 2:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse G
Speakers
Ken Fischer
University Musical Society
Theresa Holden
Holden & Arts Associates
Stacy Meshbane
Holden & Arts Associates
Sarah Nicoli
University Musical Society
Matthew VanBesien
University Musical Society
Krista Bradley
Association of Performing Arts Professionals
Small and Mid-Sized Presenters and Building Audiences: A Report from the Field
As part of the Wallace Foundation “Building Arts Audiences” initiative, APAP recently held focus groups, seeking to learn more about the unique needs, priorities and challenges of small and mid-sized...
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As part of the Wallace Foundation “Building Arts Audiences” initiative, APAP recently held focus groups, seeking to learn more about the unique needs, priorities and challenges of small and mid-sized presenters, as it relates to building audiences. In this session, we’ll reveal our findings and their feedback on sustainability, audience building and community engagement.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 2:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse E
Speakers
Suzanne Callahan
Callahan Consulting for the Arts
Wendi Hassan
Cache Valley Center for the Arts
Charles Leslie
Fort Lewis College
Gwethalyn Bronner
College of Lake County, James Lumbar Center
Venue Safety and Security: You Know the Basics, Now What?
Building on last year's session on first steps to creating and implementing a safety and security plan for your venue or event, this session will dive deeper into tactics and best practices, shared by...
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Building on last year's session on first steps to creating and implementing a safety and security plan for your venue or event, this session will dive deeper into tactics and best practices, shared by leaders from the field.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 2:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse C
Speakers
Joe Levy, CVE
Apollo Theater
Laura Sweet
Des Moines Performing Arts
3:45pm
Building Audiences for Sustainability: Size and Context Matter
Nearly four years ago, the Wallace Foundation launched its Building Audiences for Sustainability (BAS) initiative with 26 large performing arts organizations. Today, using feedback from the field, we...
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Nearly four years ago, the Wallace Foundation launched its Building Audiences for Sustainability (BAS) initiative with 26 large performing arts organizations. Today, using feedback from the field, we ask how lessons learned about audience building and community engagement can be applied to the unique context of the small and mid-sized presenting organization. Led by small, mid-sized and large presenters, together we’ll discuss the challenges and opportunities.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse E
Speakers
Suzanne Callahan
Callahan Consulting for the Arts
James Lemons
Lake Placid Arts Center
Wendi Hassan
Cache Valley Center for the Arts
Magda Martinez
Mural Arts Philadelphia
Increasing Contributed Revenue through Emerging Digital Fundraising Pathways
Online giving has grown more than 12% each year for the last two years, mobilized by new digital tools. Based on a nationwide research, this session will unveil trends, tools and results from four eme...
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Online giving has grown more than 12% each year for the last two years, mobilized by new digital tools. Based on a nationwide research, this session will unveil trends, tools and results from four emerging pathways: Facebook, Peer-to-Peer, SMS and mobile auction software and share effective strategies for increasing online giving and contributed revenue for arts organizations.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse G
Speakers
Brett Crawford
Arts Management and Technology Lab/Carnegie Mellon University
Gillian Kim
City Theatre Company
Joining Forces: A National Conversation about Race, Disability, and Trans Equity in Dance Presenting
Presenters, artists, programmers, cultural leaders, activists, funders, and friends: join a conversation about building solidarity as we fight for racial justice, disability justice and trans justice...
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Presenters, artists, programmers, cultural leaders, activists, funders, and friends: join a conversation about building solidarity as we fight for racial justice, disability justice and trans justice in the performing arts. What does creating "access" really mean? How do we move beyond a "diversity" framework with its accompanying check-boxes and tokenism? How do we invest in truly empowered leadership? Let's JOIN FORCES!
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse A
Speakers
Robin Anderson
AXIS Dance Company
Sean Dorsey
Sean Dorsey Dance & Fresh Meat Productions
Alice Sheppard
Kinetic Light
Deja Smith
DDPRO
Mark Travis Rivera
marked dance project
Our Part in Greening: On the Road and In-House
A shift to be more considerate of the environment is taking place throughout the performing arts—from artists on the road to back-of-house to concession services and more. Hear from a panel of arts pr...
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A shift to be more considerate of the environment is taking place throughout the performing arts—from artists on the road to back-of-house to concession services and more. Hear from a panel of arts professionals who are doing their part to make a difference and learn how you can start at home.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse C
Speakers
Elizabeth Auer
Univ of Florida Performing Arts
Gena Buhler
Wheeler Opera House & Wasteless at the Wheeler
Charlie Deull
Broadway Green Alliance
Michael Martin
EFFECT Partners & r.Cup
Ryan Murphy
St Augustine Amphitheatre & Green Hands Initiative
Pocket Commissions: Alternative Models to Commissioning
Commissioning is not limited to financial support. In this session, we’ll explore creative ways that organizations, both small and large, can support artists, particularly emerging and mid-career arti...
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Commissioning is not limited to financial support. In this session, we’ll explore creative ways that organizations, both small and large, can support artists, particularly emerging and mid-career artists. Learn how presenters, artists and agents can work together to provide greater access to a wide range of resources for the creation and development of new works.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse D
Speakers
Stanlyn Breve
National Performance Network / Visual Artists Network
Dani Fecko
Fascinator Management
Christopher Morgan
Dance Place
Heena Patel
MELA Arts Connect
Talk it Out: Aesthetic Strategies for Civil Civic Dialogue
Divisive times call for civil dialogue, and artists and presenters are uniquely qualified to foster compassionate exchanges of ideas perspectives amongst diverse communities. In this experiential work...
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Divisive times call for civil dialogue, and artists and presenters are uniquely qualified to foster compassionate exchanges of ideas perspectives amongst diverse communities. In this experiential workshop, artists will demonstrate how they have integrated entertaining, relevant and empowering audience discussion into their performances, and attendees will learn how to facilitate these critical conversations with their communities.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse B
Speakers
Jon Catherwood-Ginn
Moss Arts Center, Virginia Tech
Dan Froot
501 (see three) ARTS
Chanon Judson
Urban Bush Women
Stephanie McKee
Junebug Productions
Lois Weaver
Split Britches
6:00pm
People of Color Affinity Group
This informal gathering offers an opportunity for you to connect with your peers and colleagues to network, discuss successes, opportunities and challenges, and meet old friends and make new ones.
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This informal gathering offers an opportunity for you to connect with your peers and colleagues to network, discuss successes, opportunities and challenges, and meet old friends and make new ones.
Time
Saturday, Jan. 5, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse A
Sunday, Jan. 6
8:00am
Arizona Presenters Alliance General Meeting
Arizona Presenters Alliance welcomes presenters from the state of Arizona to participate in this consortia meeting.
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Arizona Presenters Alliance welcomes presenters from the state of Arizona to participate in this consortia meeting.
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Room
Hilton Hudson Suite
New Colleagues Mid-Conference Check-In Meeting
Missed the new colleagues session on Friday or want to touch base? This check-in is for you! All first time conference attendees are welcome to this open Q&A session hosted by several of our most seas...
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Missed the new colleagues session on Friday or want to touch base? This check-in is for you! All first time conference attendees are welcome to this open Q&A session hosted by several of our most seasoned mentors.
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Room
Hilton East Suite
Ohio Arts Professionals Network (OAPN) Meeting
Ohio Arts Professionals Network welcomes any arts professional to attend and learn more about block-booking, peer-to-peer mentoring and the Ohio venue database - we're all in this together!
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Ohio Arts Professionals Network welcomes any arts professional to attend and learn more about block-booking, peer-to-peer mentoring and the Ohio venue database - we're all in this together!
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Room
Hilton Midtown Suite
9:00am
Arts Leadership; Creating Sustainable Arts Organizations
Kenneth Foster, co-founder and designer of the APAP Leadership Fellows Program, and author of Arts Leadership: Creating Sustainable Arts Organizations, discusses how arts organizations can rethink and...
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Kenneth Foster, co-founder and designer of the APAP Leadership Fellows Program, and author of Arts Leadership: Creating Sustainable Arts Organizations, discusses how arts organizations can rethink and reimagine themselves for sustainability in today's disruptive environment.
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse E
Speakers
Kenneth Foster
University of Southern California
LiveNote® Innovation Session: Introducing LiveNote® - The Interactive Performance Guide for Mobile Devices
LiveNote® is an interactive performance guide for delivering commentary, translations, and images to mobile devices smoothly in real-time. After four successful seasons with The Philadelphia Orchestra...
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LiveNote® is an interactive performance guide for delivering commentary, translations, and images to mobile devices smoothly in real-time. After four successful seasons with The Philadelphia Orchestra, LiveNote is now available to arts organizations around the world. Join us for a tour and live demonstration of this exciting audience engagement tool.
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse D
Speakers
David Dombrosky
InstantEncore
Chris Montgomery
InstantEncore
Making Artistic Cents: “Mission or Money?” Why Not “Mission AND Money”?
Together we’ll explore how conversations between presenters, artists and agents/managers can culminate in “out of the box” work that meets a presenter’s mission and the artist and agent/manager’s bott...
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Together we’ll explore how conversations between presenters, artists and agents/managers can culminate in “out of the box” work that meets a presenter’s mission and the artist and agent/manager’s bottom line. In this session, learn specific ways to unite mission and budget successfully
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse G
Speakers
Brenda Wong Aoki
First Voice
Gail Boyd
Gail Boyd Artist Management
Steve Hoffman
Norton Center for the Arts
Brooke Horejsi
UtahPresents - College of Fine Arts/University of Utah
John Luckacovic
2Luck Concepts
Making Space: A Radical Rethinking of the Approach to Work/Life Integration in the Arts
Join this working conversation to inspire creative and profound ways to reshape static work cultures for greater work/life balance and integration. Using the lens of equity and access, this session se...
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Join this working conversation to inspire creative and profound ways to reshape static work cultures for greater work/life balance and integration. Using the lens of equity and access, this session seeks to acknowledge and support unique challenges faced by performing arts professionals and organizations, to identify models and methods for lasting change, and to embrace a conceptual shift in thinking about our workplaces and spaces.
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 9:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse C
Speakers
Linsey Bostwick
Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi
Chanon Judson
Urban Bush Women
Ryhna Thompson
Envision Management and Production
The Artist On-Site: How to Be an Ideal Host and Guest
Hospitality is a two-way street, and communication is key. The goal is to maximize the experience for artist, presenter and audience. In this session, we’ll discuss how to ensure that riders benefit a...
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Hospitality is a two-way street, and communication is key. The goal is to maximize the experience for artist, presenter and audience. In this session, we’ll discuss how to ensure that riders benefit all parties. After all, our ultimate goal is to still be friends at the end of the day.
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse B
Speakers
Tiffany Goodman
Goodman Artists
Tommy Hensel
Fine and Performing Arts Center, Moraine Valley Community College
Joshua Kane
Wild Baboo Productions
Women of Color in the Arts (WOCA) Annual Membership Meeting and Information Session
Women of Color in the Arts (WOCA) is dedicated to creating racial and cultural equity in the performing arts field, by promoting professional opportunities for arts administrators and providing a plat...
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Women of Color in the Arts (WOCA) is dedicated to creating racial and cultural equity in the performing arts field, by promoting professional opportunities for arts administrators and providing a platform to give voice and visibility to women of color. By working to fortify leadership and reinforce a world where everyone has a seat at the table, WOCA aims to cultivate an inclusive field, one as varied in voice and perspective as the communities it serves. WOCA works diligently to move the conversation of racial and cultural equity forward with the intent of creating equitable systems for all to prosper inside and outside of the arts.
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Room
Hilton Trianon Ballroom
10:15am
Cultural Fluidity, Appropriation and Empathy in a New Global Context
This session addresses the philosophical and pragmatic implications of globalization on performing arts presenting. How do we create contexts that connect artists and communities authentically? What i...
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This session addresses the philosophical and pragmatic implications of globalization on performing arts presenting. How do we create contexts that connect artists and communities authentically? What is the difference between cultural appropriation and cultural appreciation? How does it impact selecting and presenting international artists? We will also explore the cultural fluidity of immigrant and diasporic communities as audiences for international work.
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse D
Speakers
Azam Ali
Niyaz
Tommy Hensel
Fine and Performing Arts Center, Moraine Valley Community College
Philip Kasinitz
City University of New York
Loga Ramin Torkian
Terrestrial Lane Productions
How Masterminds Construct “Win-Win” Deals
We want to strike mutually beneficial deals with presenters, artists and agents, but are our agreements designed for the best results for all parties involved? To succeed, we need to build revenues an...
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We want to strike mutually beneficial deals with presenters, artists and agents, but are our agreements designed for the best results for all parties involved? To succeed, we need to build revenues and bolster long-term patron relationships. In this session, we’ll talk with those who are successfully negotiating “win-win” deals and send you home with actionable ideas.
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse B
Speakers
Brooke Horejsi
UtahPresents - College of Fine Arts/University of Utah
Allen Moon
David Lieberman / Artists' Representatives
Eric Nelson
TRG Arts
Kendra Whitlock Ingram
Newman Center for the Performing Arts
North American Performing Arts Managers and Agents (NAPAMA) Members Meeting
Open to members and non-members, the NAPAMA Member Meeting offers a space to learn more about the organization, its goals and current initiatives, upcoming events and knowledge sessions, and membershi...
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Open to members and non-members, the NAPAMA Member Meeting offers a space to learn more about the organization, its goals and current initiatives, upcoming events and knowledge sessions, and membership value. It also provides an opportunity for all performing arts professionals to discuss trends and advocacy related to the field.
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse G
Politics and Social Justice in Classical Music
A widespread movement in social justice and activism is taking hold in the U.S., and musical artists and presenters are creating and programming works to shake up the status quo. Hear from some of the...
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A widespread movement in social justice and activism is taking hold in the U.S., and musical artists and presenters are creating and programming works to shake up the status quo. Hear from some of the freshest, most daring voices of today with musical projects that challenge the way artists and presenters approach their work and that re-imagine artist/organization/community relationships. Now is the time to move classical music and arts to the center of the discussion!
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse E
Speakers
Vijay Gupta
Street Symphony and LA Philharmonic
Sarah Johnson
Carnegie Hall
Daniel Bernard Roumain (DBR)
Steve Hoffman
Norton Center for the Arts
Reconsidering the Glass Ceiling, 20 Years On (1999-2019)
The Women’s Working Group, an advocacy group of artists, presenters, managers and arts professionals, reconsiders the issues and questions posed in an APAP conference session in 1999. What do women en...
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The Women’s Working Group, an advocacy group of artists, presenters, managers and arts professionals, reconsiders the issues and questions posed in an APAP conference session in 1999. What do women entering our field today consider their greatest career advancement challenges? What is the status of women in the performing arts?
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse A
Speakers
Olga Garay English
Ford Theaters
Pat Graney
Pat Graney Dance Company
Leah Keith
Columbia Artist Management
Ali Rosa-Salas
Abrons Arts Center
11:30am
Sunday Plenary Session: APAP|NYC Town Hall: The Power of WE
Make your voice heard as we forge the future of the field together! This year we will host a true Town Hall to tackle tough questions facing our field about the roles, rules and realities of the evolv...
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Make your voice heard as we forge the future of the field together! This year we will host a true Town Hall to tackle tough questions facing our field about the roles, rules and realities of the evolving performing arts industry. Are the tried and true approaches still working? Are we relying on assumptions about each other—presenter, manager, artist, rising leader or veteran leaders—that warrant more honest and open discussion with one another? Can we share perspectives that might shift our points of view? Whether you're an early, mid-career, or seasoned professional—an artist, agent, manager, presenter, producer, or entrepreneur—if you're a performing arts professional, you’ll want to take part in this important interactive dialogue with your peers!
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Grand Ballroom
Speakers
Callie Crossley
WGBH
Jackie Lopez
Flourish Foundation and VersaStyle Dance Company
1:30pm
Artists in Business: Investing in Your Infrastructure
Sharing 40 years of experience working with artist entrepreneurs, the team at Pentacle demonstrates how infrastructure leads to artistic success. This session will help emerging and established artist...
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Sharing 40 years of experience working with artist entrepreneurs, the team at Pentacle demonstrates how infrastructure leads to artistic success. This session will help emerging and established artists think creatively about their business through real-life examples from our diverse panel of industry professionals.
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse C
Speakers
Stefanie Batten Bland
Company SBB // Stefanie Batten Bland
Alex Goleman
Pentacle
Aaron L McKinney
Hi-ARTS
Judy Boomer
Digital Marketing: How to Use Tools and Data to Maximize Reach and Revenue
New digital tools and data offer more effective ways to connect with and grow your audiences. Our panel of experts share the latest strategies, resources and technologies to help you extend your reach...
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New digital tools and data offer more effective ways to connect with and grow your audiences. Our panel of experts share the latest strategies, resources and technologies to help you extend your reach and maximize your organization’s impact.
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse G
Speakers
Aaron Bare
Etix/Rockhouse Partners
Eddie Cota
Champion City
Amanda Deely
MogoARTS Marketing
EXPO Hall Open
Exhibit hall open to all registered attendees. Accessible hours: 5-6:30 p.m.
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Exhibit hall open to all registered attendees. Accessible hours: 5-6:30 p.m.
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Sunday, Jan. 6, 1:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Impacting Millennials, Shifting Perspectives, Building Community: Field Lessons from Building Bridges
Launched in 2014, APAP’s Building Bridges grant program works with performing arts presenting organizations to expand awareness, knowledge and understanding of Muslim societies in their communities. A...
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Launched in 2014, APAP’s Building Bridges grant program works with performing arts presenting organizations to expand awareness, knowledge and understanding of Muslim societies in their communities. As this multiyear program sunsets, grantees share how their experiences influenced their programming and engagement strategies and unearthed new approaches to their presenting work for the future.
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse A
Speakers
Micah Ariel James
Hancher Auditorium, University of Iowa
Tommy Hensel
Fine and Performing Arts Center, Moraine Valley Community College
Firdaus Arastu
ReThink Media
Steven Hitt
LaGuardia Performing Arts Center
Andrea Assaf
Make Room for the Small Club: Programming Small-Cap Venues
Explore successful models for booking small capacity venues and ensuring a sustainable business model. Learn from an array of venues, from various clubs to traditional performing arts centers, and tak...
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Explore successful models for booking small capacity venues and ensuring a sustainable business model. Learn from an array of venues, from various clubs to traditional performing arts centers, and take back a strategy to create a great small space in your community or to improve your existing model.
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse B
Speakers
Libby Brickson
City Winery
Laura Kendall
Omaha Performing Arts
Glenn Medas
The Smith Center for the Performing Arts
Eric Olmscheid
Des Moines Performing Arts
Anya Siglin
The Ark
The Producer Hub: Building a Connective Space for Live Arts
This working session will inform the creation of the Producer Hub, a connective space for artists, independent producers, and producing/presenting organizations creating live performance. Recognizing...
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This working session will inform the creation of the Producer Hub, a connective space for artists, independent producers, and producing/presenting organizations creating live performance. Recognizing current needs in the field, the ProducerHub would fuel connections, raise visibility, and provide tools, mentorship, and resources for making work. Join us and help build this new service to our field.
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse E
Speakers
Neil Barclay
Contemporary Arts Center
Jane Preston
New England Foundation for the Arts
Mara Isaacs
Octopus Theatricals
Meiyin Wang
Intelligent Beasts
Okwui Okpokwasili
Artist
3:30pm
APAP’S Cultural Exchange Fund Info Session
APAP’s Cultural Exchange Fund (CEF) is a travel grant program supported by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation that assists U.S.-based APAP members in building partnerships and collaborations outside of...
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APAP’s Cultural Exchange Fund (CEF) is a travel grant program supported by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation that assists U.S.-based APAP members in building partnerships and collaborations outside of the U.S. and to experience the work of artists from around the world in its cultural context.
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse G
Black Report: What You Thought You Knew About Black Dance
The Black Report discusses a cohort of 30 Black Dance Companies that participated in the IABD Comprehensive Organizational Health Initiative and describes the unique nature and context that exists wit...
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The Black Report discusses a cohort of 30 Black Dance Companies that participated in the IABD Comprehensive Organizational Health Initiative and describes the unique nature and context that exists within the Black dance community. Advocating beyond financial health; including emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual.
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse E
Speakers
Denise Saunders Thompson
The International Association of Blacks in Dance
Baraka Sele
Independent Arts Consultant
Dance Presenters Forum at Jacob’s Pillow Info Session
The 2018 National Dance Presenters Forum (NDPF) at Jacob’s Pillow brought together a cohort of 17 presenters to discuss critical issues in the field, strengthen curatorial practice, bolster support fo...
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The 2018 National Dance Presenters Forum (NDPF) at Jacob’s Pillow brought together a cohort of 17 presenters to discuss critical issues in the field, strengthen curatorial practice, bolster support for dance in the US, and strengthen professional networks. Join us to hear from past participants and facilitators and what to expect in 2019. NDPF was held in partnership between APAP and The New England Foundation for the Arts (NEFA), with support from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. Additional support was provided by The Barr Foundation, Dance/USA, Mid-America Arts Alliance, Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation, and South Arts, with curriculum support provided by the Institute for Curatorial Practice in Performance at Wesleyan University.
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse B
Every Hour Counts: A Simulation for Communicating in a Crisis
You've been planning that performance for months, but then it happens - a policy or political issue threatens to jeopardize the event. The first hours of a crisis can be trying, even for the most expe...
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You've been planning that performance for months, but then it happens - a policy or political issue threatens to jeopardize the event. The first hours of a crisis can be trying, even for the most experienced communications pros. ReThink Media has worked for eight years with communities to coordinate a collaborative communications approach to crisis response incidents. We’ll guide participants through an hour-by-hour crisis response simulation. In teams, participants will walk through every action they would take in response to the developing story and how they can shape the media narrative.
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse A
Speakers
Firdaus Arastu
ReThink Media
Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons
ReThink Media
How to Make Your Venue Trans-Friendly
Of course, you want your venue to be welcoming to all, but you might not even realize what barriers exist. From bathrooms to survey questions to programming, discover what you need to know to be truly...
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Of course, you want your venue to be welcoming to all, but you might not even realize what barriers exist. From bathrooms to survey questions to programming, discover what you need to know to be truly inclusive.
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Room
Hilton Madison Suite
Speakers
Sean Dorsey
Sean Dorsey Dance & Fresh Meat Productions
Beatrice Thomas
Beatrice Thomas Consulting
Brooke Horejsi
UtahPresents - College of Fine Arts/University of Utah
Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation: National Funding Opportunities for U.S. Artists and Presenters
Join us for a session about Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation’s national and international programs, such as USArtists International and Southern Exposure: Performing Arts of Latin America. Presenters and...
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Join us for a session about Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation’s national and international programs, such as USArtists International and Southern Exposure: Performing Arts of Latin America. Presenters and artists from the mid-Atlantic region are also welcomed to join this session to get an overview of MAAF’s regional touring programs.
Time
Sunday, Jan. 6, 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse C
Monday, Jan. 7
8:30am
EXPO Hall Open
Exhibit hall open to all registered attendees. Accessible hours: 10-11 a.m.
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Exhibit hall open to all registered attendees. Accessible hours: 10-11 a.m.
Time
Monday, Jan. 7, 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
9:00am
AAF - Arab Arts Focus
The last decade has seen a number of armed conflicts and extremist currents. Nowhere is this felt more clearly than in the Arab world, with ongoing struggles over power and ideology. Arts and culture...
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The last decade has seen a number of armed conflicts and extremist currents. Nowhere is this felt more clearly than in the Arab world, with ongoing struggles over power and ideology. Arts and culture can act as a vehicle for resistance and change amidst this scattered reality. Join with colleagues who share an interest in creating, producing and promoting Arab Arts in this consortia meeting.
Time
Monday, Jan. 7, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse G
Beyond ADA: Removing Barriers to Promote Audience Inclusion and Access
Whether offering social stories on your website and fidgets in your lobby for those with sensory sensitivities or providing pre-performance access tours, audio description, braille and large printed p...
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Whether offering social stories on your website and fidgets in your lobby for those with sensory sensitivities or providing pre-performance access tours, audio description, braille and large printed programs, there are many practical ways to increase inclusion and access. Learn from artists and presenters how to expand your audiences and your impact by truly embracing those with various physical or cognitive disabilities and by moving well beyond ADA compliance.
Time
Monday, Jan. 7, 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Room
Hilton Gibson Suite
Speakers
Joel Aalberts
The Lensic Performing Arts Center
Robin Anderson
AXIS Dance Company
Alan Liddell
The Theatre at RVCC
Tessa Schultz
Broward Center for the Performing Arts
Kevin Spencer
Hocus Focus, Inc.
California Presenters Update Meeting
California Presenters hosts a roundtable discussion open to all California presenters, regardless of membership status. Listen and share ideas gleaned from the first three days of the conference and...
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California Presenters hosts a roundtable discussion open to all California presenters, regardless of membership status. Listen and share ideas gleaned from the first three days of the conference and learn more about California Presenters’ programs including block booking, the Annual Membership conference and other professional development offerings. No project pitches.
Time
Monday, Jan. 7, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse D
Diversity and Inclusion in Rural Presenting
Presenters in rural settings share strategies and challenges in bringing diverse programming to their communities in authentic effective ways.
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Presenters in rural settings share strategies and challenges in bringing diverse programming to their communities in authentic effective ways.
Time
Monday, Jan. 7, 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Room
Hilton Madison Suite
Speakers
June Krell-Salgado
Salisbury University
Emily Prince
Stuart's Opera House
Bonnie Schock
Sheldon Theatre
Harold Steward
The Theater Offensive
Illinois Presenters Network Meeting
Join the general meeting of the Illinois Presenters Network. Explore issues and opportunities with regional colleagues.
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Join the general meeting of the Illinois Presenters Network. Explore issues and opportunities with regional colleagues.
Time
Monday, Jan. 7, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Room
Hilton Concourse H
Marketing with Next To Nothing
How do you build audiences with minimal promotional materials about an artist or show? How do you create materials with a limited budget and resources? What do marketers need from artists and agents?...
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How do you build audiences with minimal promotional materials about an artist or show? How do you create materials with a limited budget and resources? What do marketers need from artists and agents? How can artists, agents and presenters collaborate and leverage existing creative assets and communication channels to engage audiences?
Time
Monday, Jan. 7, 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Room
Hilton Bryant Suite
Speakers
Laura Carpenter
Anchorage Concert Association
Becki Heller
National Sawdust
Haowen Wang
Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation
New Spaces and Faces Changing the Presenting Industry
Purpose-built performance spaces are undergoing big changes in New York City and across the country, as are many legacy organizations with new leadership and new directions. Major construction, massiv...
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Purpose-built performance spaces are undergoing big changes in New York City and across the country, as are many legacy organizations with new leadership and new directions. Major construction, massive renovations, momentous openings are being fueled by exciting new visions. Hear from the leaders implementing these new directions about what this means for audiences and what this means for the industry.
Time
Monday, Jan. 7, 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Room
Hilton Morgan Suite
Speakers
Jessica Lustig
21C Media Group
Matthew VanBesien
University Musical Society
Jamie Broumas
The John F. Kennedy Center
Courtenay Casey
National Sawdust
10:00am
5 Minutes to Shine: Building Arts Audiences Competition
This popular APAP|NYC event showcases today’s most innovative engagement and audience-building work. 5MTS is an opportunity for artists, presenters, agents and all kinds of arts professionals to share...
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This popular APAP|NYC event showcases today’s most innovative engagement and audience-building work. 5MTS is an opportunity for artists, presenters, agents and all kinds of arts professionals to share a compelling story in an exciting pecha kucha format. One speaker will be selected to present their story at the Annual Awards Luncheon. Inspired by the Wallace Foundation’s Nine Effective Practices for Building Audiences in the Arts, this session highlights how to go from ideas to action.
Time
Monday, Jan. 7, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Room
Hilton Rendezvous Trianon
11:00am
APAP Member Meeting
As a membership organization, APAP thrives on your active participation. President and CEO Mario Garcia Durham and the APAP board welcome all members as we share the latest updates on the state of the...
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As a membership organization, APAP thrives on your active participation. President and CEO Mario Garcia Durham and the APAP board welcome all members as we share the latest updates on the state of the organization and invite your input, thoughts and suggestions about the Association. Here you will vote on member issues and participate in important discussions about the future of our organization. The meeting agenda will be posted here as soon as it is available.
Time
Monday, Jan. 7, 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Room
Hilton Mercury Ballroom
12:00pm
Annual Awards Ceremony and Luncheon
This special event honors achievement, service, excellence and advocacy in the performing arts field. Tickets are required and must be purchased in advance when you register or at the APAP|NYC registr...
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This special event honors achievement, service, excellence and advocacy in the performing arts field. Tickets are required and must be purchased in advance when you register or at the APAP|NYC registration desk at the conference.
Time
Monday, Jan. 7, 12:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Room
Hilton Grand Ballroom
1:30pm
EXPO Hall Open
Exhibit hall open to all registered attendees. Accessible hours: 1:30-2 p.m. and 4:30-6 p.m.
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Exhibit hall open to all registered attendees. Accessible hours: 1:30-2 p.m. and 4:30-6 p.m.
Time
Monday, Jan. 7, 1:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
2:00pm
Building Performing Arts Spaces and Programs at Research Universities
This panel of four leaders at research universities in the US will explore the intricacies of building performing arts centers and programs on college campuses in the 21st century. The session will lo...
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This panel of four leaders at research universities in the US will explore the intricacies of building performing arts centers and programs on college campuses in the 21st century. The session will look at the diverse and related missions, perspectives, histories, timelines and budgets of these four institutions.
Time
Monday, Jan. 7, 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Room
Hilton Regent Parlor
Speakers
Mark Blakeman
McKnight Center for the Performing Arts at Oklahoma State University
Christopher Heacox
Gogue Performing Arts Center at Auburn University
Chuck Swanson
Hancher at The University of Iowa
Ruth Waalkes
Moss Arts Center, Virginia Tech
Creative Empathy: Unlocking the Power of Marketing
An effective marketing plan requires you to see your project or organization through the eyes of others. This workshop will reveal proven frameworks for understanding others’ perceptions, using the le...
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An effective marketing plan requires you to see your project or organization through the eyes of others. This workshop will reveal proven frameworks for understanding others’ perceptions, using the lens of creative empathy. Together, we will evaluate existing projects and empower you with tools to help you be a better marketer, whether you are an individual artist, agent, manager, presenter, producer or other arts professional.
Time
Monday, Jan. 7, 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Room
Hilton Gibson Suite
Speakers
Adrian Fung
Artist, University of Oklahoma
Effective Strategies for Campus and Community Engagement
For a campus residency to be successful, it must be meaningful for the presenter, artist and community. Get recommendations and guidelines to improve the effectiveness, reach and relevance of engageme...
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For a campus residency to be successful, it must be meaningful for the presenter, artist and community. Get recommendations and guidelines to improve the effectiveness, reach and relevance of engagement efforts on campus and in the community from artists and presenters doing exceptional work across the country.
Time
Monday, Jan. 7, 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Room
Hilton Beekman Parlor
Speakers
Micah Ariel James
Hancher Auditorium, University of Iowa
Sabrina Klein
Cal Performances, UC Berkeley
Loga Ramin Torkian
Terrestrial Lane Productions
Launching International Artists in the U.S.
Making it in the US can be challenging for overseas companies and artists. From marketing strategy to legal advice, and tools on booking and touring, this panel will offer valuable resources and featu...
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Making it in the US can be challenging for overseas companies and artists. From marketing strategy to legal advice, and tools on booking and touring, this panel will offer valuable resources and feature export specialists from the Americas, Europe and Asia, as well as international experts of the US arts and entertainment ecosystem.
Time
Monday, Jan. 7, 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Room
Hilton Bryant Suite
Speakers
Michele Amar
Bureau Export / French Music Export Office
Mehmet Dede
Drom
Erika Elliott
City Parks Foundation / SummerStage festival
Sandrine Ligabue
Consulate General of Switzerland in New York
6:00pm
YPCA Showcase and Reception
The Young Performers Career Advancement Program (YPCA) supports classical musicians in the formative stages of their careers. This event is free and open to the public. Hors d'oeuvres are provided....
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The Young Performers Career Advancement Program (YPCA) supports classical musicians in the formative stages of their careers. This event is free and open to the public. Hors d'oeuvres are provided. Featuring: Ruben Rengel Brandon Ridenour Thalea String Quartet Verona Quartet The Westerlies
Time
Monday, Jan. 7, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Room
Carnegie Hall
Tuesday, Jan. 8
8:30am
Coffee and Pastries
Arrive early for the Closing Plenary and enjoy one last opportunity to connect face-to-face with your colleagues!
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Arrive early for the Closing Plenary and enjoy one last opportunity to connect face-to-face with your colleagues!
Time
Tuesday, Jan. 8, 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Room
Hilton Petit Trianon
10:00am
Closing Plenary Session with Kristin Chenoweth
Closing this year's conference is the Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress and singer Kristin Chenoweth. Beloved for her roles on Broadway, television and film, Chenoweth performs to sold-out audiences...
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Closing this year's conference is the Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress and singer Kristin Chenoweth. Beloved for her roles on Broadway, television and film, Chenoweth performs to sold-out audiences and rave reviews around the world. She released The Art of Elegance in 2016 and will release a new album in May 2019 on Concord Records. She has a master’s degree in Opera Performance, honors from GLAAD, PFLAG, and The Trevor Project, and was immortalized as a custom-designed Barbie doll "Shero," someone who inspires girls by breaking boundaries and expanding possibilities for women everywhere. A passionate supporter of charities, she founded the Kristin Chenoweth Art & Education Fund fostering young talent in the arts and partners with the Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center Foundation in her home state of Oklahoma. She chronicled her life in the upliftingly candid and comedic New York Times best seller A Little Bit Wicked: Life, Love and Faith in Stages, and will share her stories and adventures with APAP|NYC 2019 attendees.
Time
Tuesday, Jan. 8, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Room
Hilton Trianon Ballroom
Speakers
Kristin Chenoweth
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Thursday [1]
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10:15 AM [10]
11:00 AM [1]
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5:00 PM [1]
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EXPO Hall [6]
Networking Event [26]
Partner Programming [8]
Plenary Event [4]
Professional Development [52]
Special Event [7]
Knowledge Level
Advanced [16]
All Levels [23]
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Intermediate [22]
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Art‚ Activism and Social Responsibility [8]
Artist Development and Creative Practice [12]
Business and Industry Know-How [16]
Engaging Audiences and Communities [13]
Equity‚ Inclusion and Access [12]
International Programming and Exchange [7]
Leading Change [12]
Marketing‚ Fundraising and Digital Strategies [9]
Programming and Producing [15]
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