Association of Performing Arts Professionals

Applications for APAP's Young Performers Career Advancement (YPCA) program close in two weeks! YPCA provides early-career classical musicians with professional development, coaching, and the opportunity to participate in APAP|NYC 2025, including a showcase performance at Merkin Hall. Learn more and apply by July 25: https://lnkd.in/gWatsXWB Images: YPCA 2024 participants - Dior Quartet, Amir Farsi, Njioma Grevious, Maxim Lando, Joseph Parrish, and Clayton Stephenson (Adam Kissick/APAP) #classicalmusic #emergingartist #careeradvancement #networking #professionaldevelopment #coaching #music #APAPNYC #APAP #MerkinHall #performingarts #musician

Applications for APAP’s Emerging Leadership Institute (ELI) close in less than 2 weeks! ELI takes place during the APAP|NYC pre-conference. Develop critical leadership skills and tools that will help take you to the next level in your career. Applicants must be in the first 3-7 years of their career in the performing arts presenting and touring field. Learn more and apply by July 22: https://lnkd.in/eFqaFQ68 Image: Emerging Leadership Institute Class of 2024 (Adam Kissick/APAP) Video: Andrea Cuevas, marketing consultant (AJ Wilhelm/APAP) #careeradvancement #emergingleaders #APAP #ELI #EmergingLeadershipInstitute #leadership #youngprofessional

Today, we support the #FansFirstAct and stand with the independent live entertainment community against unfair ticketing practices. Let Congress know we need transparency and fairness in ticketing. Together, we can create a better future for live entertainment. Make your voice heard by contacting Congress at fixthetix.org #fairticketing #transparency #entertainmentindustry #liveperformance #performingarts NIVA - National Independent Venue Association

On episode 3 of ARTS. WORK. LIFE. season 3, hear from Dr. Jasmine Pigott—Baltimore-based solo tuba performer and composer. She tells the story of how she confronted racism and discrimination, overcame crippling insecurity, and found a gateway to tell her story through art. Listen to the full story on your favorite podcast app or here: https://lnkd.in/eHp9F-HQ Special thanks to The Wallace Foundation for their support of ARTS. WORK. LIFE. TRIGGER WARNING: There is discussion of disordered eating between 24:05 and 25:10. #tuba #classicalmusician #tubists #composer #representation #womeninmusic #racism #discrimination #eatingdisorder #performance #PerformanceArt

On episode 3 of ARTS. WORK. LIFE. season 3, hear from Wayna—D.C.-based singer, songwriter, and recording artist. She tells the story of how she was called to create mission-driven music, advocating for the addition of a Grammy award for the “Best Song for Social Change.” Listen to the full story on your favorite podcast app or here: https://lnkd.in/eHp9F-HQ Special thanks to The Wallace Foundation for their support of ARTS. WORK. LIFE. #Wayna #singersongwriter #singer #recordingindustry #grammys #wearetheworld #socialchange #record #performingarts

The Fix The Tix Day of Action is July 9! Join the live music and arts industry to urge Congress to support the Fans First Act.   On July 9: 1. Mobilize Your Fans and Supporters. 2. Share on Your Socials. 3. Tell Congress we need ticketing reform.   Participate in the national movement to create a better, more fair ticketing experience for fans, artists, and venues.   Learn more and take the pledge to participate here: https://lnkd.in/ewHvvFvF   #advocacy #artsadvocacy #livemusic #ticketing #ticketingreform #performingarts #fansfirstact

Applications for the UP NEXT! Artist Pitch Session are NOW OPEN! Happening at the APAP|NYC 2025 conference, the UP NEXT! Artist Pitch Session will highlight new, tour-ready projects from artists or companies from the U.S. and abroad. Learn more and apply by August 13: https://lnkd.in/evKqu5X8 #pitch #performingarts #artist #presenter #agent #producer #manager #artistmanager #networking #APAPNYC #APAP

Continuing our series with International Arts Manager Magazine, President and CEO Lisa Richards Toney provides a unique lens on issues in the arts. In her latest column, "A View from Here", she encourages us to embrace business sustainability and to ponder what that means for our organizations. APAP is grateful for the opportunity to share a perspective from this continent with the rest of the world. #performingarts #leadership #arts #sustainability

Check out Episode 5 of the Art of Mass Gatherings podcast: https://lnkd.in/e92j2ZCS. Brought to you by our partners Majestic Collaborations and Performing Arts Readiness, the episode explores fire safety for performing arts events with expert Chris Soliz. Discover how the four pillars of resilient gatherings—safety, sustainability, accessibility, and community engagement—are essential in preparing our communities for emergencies. #firesafety #performingarts #safety #sustainability #accessibility #communityengagement #preparedness

On episode 3 of ARTS. WORK. LIFE. season 3, hear from Dennis Porter, variety artist and owner of Happy Faces Entertainment / Smiles with Ruby. A victim of a misinformation campaign, Dennis was unjustly dragged into a political battle over one of his performances. To his amazement, he would receive an outpouring of kindness and support from complete strangers. Listen to the full story on your favorite podcast app or here: https://lnkd.in/eHp9F-HQ Special thanks to The Wallace Foundation for their support of ARTS. WORK. LIFE. #performingartist #drag #entertainmentindustry #equality #inclusion