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Join MPAC! Become a member.

Which membership should I have?
 

Click on the option below that best describes your role in Montana's performing arts and touring field. 

PRESENTER

Examples: Alberta Bair Theater, Chouteau County Performing Arts, Belt Performing Arts Center 

If you represent a community that does not have a formal organization yet, choose this option and select "Emerging Arts Organization" membership 

ARTIST

Example: comedian, musician, band/ensemble, theater group, dance group, story-telling artist

AGENCY

Example: Cubbyhole Artists, EPIC Arts Management

SERVICE ORGANIZATION

Example: Creative West, Montana Arts Council

AFFILIATE ORGANIZATION

Example: libraries, symphony organizations, schools, school districts, community centers 

Presenter Membership

Presenter Membership is for organizations that book professional artists to present performing arts events throughout a defined season. Typically presenters have 3 or more events in an annual series. This membership is open to nonprofit organizations,  for-profit companies, and emerging organizations or companies that are just starting out and may not have a fully fledged series yet.

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Member dues for presenters are tiered based on the organization's artist fee budget.

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Conference registration and attendance is not required to be eligible for membership, but it is strongly encouraged!

​Membership does not include conference registration. Members may purchase conference registration through the Member Dashboard (membership and login required).

  • Presenter Tier 1

    50$
    Every year
    Annual artist fees are less than $5,000
     

  • Presenter Tier 2

    80$
    Every year
    Annual artist fees $5,000-$10,000
     

  • Presenter Tier 3

    110$
    Every year
    Annual artist fees $10,000-$30,000
     

  • Presenter Tier 4

    150$
    Every year
    Annual artist fees $30,000-$60,000
     

  • Presenter Tier 5

    190$
    Every year
    Annual artist fees $60,000 or more
     

  • Emerging arts organization

    50$
    Every year
    For communities planning to start a performing arts series. No series started or 501(c)3 yet.
     

Artist Membership

Artist Membership is for professional performing artists of all genres: dance, theater, comedy, music (all kinds), physical comedy, storytelling, and more! Artist membership is open to self-represented artists and those who have management. 

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We welcome artist members from all over the world! Discounted membership is available for Montana-based artists.

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Membership does not guarantee a showcase opportunity. Conference registration and attendance is not required to be eligible for membership, but it is strongly encouraged!

​Membership does not include conference registration. Members may purchase conference registration through the Member Dashboard (membership and login required).

  • Artist (1 year only)

    65$
     
    Membership for artists based outside of Montana. This plan expires after 1 year. You can renew your membership after this plan ends.
    Valid for 12 months

  • MT Artist (1 year only)

    50$
     
    Membership for artists based in Montana. This plan expires after 1 year. You can renew your membership after this plan ends.
    Valid for 12 months

  • Artist (renews automatically)

    65$
    Every year
    Membership for artists based outside of Montana. This plan renews automatically each year. You can cancel anytime.
     

  • MT Artist (renews automatically)

    50$
    Every year
    Membership for artists based in Montana. This plan renews automatically each year. You can cancel anytime.
     

Agency Membership

Agency Membership is for artist agencies/management companies that represent multiple performing artists and are responsible for managing bookings. We welcome artist agency members from anywhere in the world! Agents and managers may join MPAC and register for the conference on behalf of the artists on their roster. Member login is limited to one (1) email account. 

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​Conference registration and attendance is not required to be eligible for membership, but it is strongly encouraged!

​Membership does not include conference registration. Members may purchase conference registration through the Member Dashboard (membership and login required).

  • Agency (1 year only)

    70$
     
    Membership for artist agents and managers. This plan expires after 1 year. You can renew your membership after this plan ends.
    Valid for 12 months

  • Agency (renews automatically)

    70$
    Every year
    Membership for artist agents. This plan renews automatically each year. You can cancel anytime.
     

Service Organization Membership

Service Organization Membership is for organizations and companies that support performing artists and/or presenting organizations. This includes but is not limited to government arts agencies, arts/nonprofit advocacy organizations, arts/nonprofit service organizations, consulting firms, and other professional associations.  

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​Conference registration and attendance is not required to be eligible for membership, but it is strongly encouraged!

​Membership does not include conference registration. Members may purchase conference registration through the Member Dashboard (membership and login required).

  • Service Organization (1 year only)

    120$
     
    Service Organization Membership is for organizations and companies that support performing artists, arts presenters, and/or nonprofit organizations.
    Valid for 12 months

  • Service Orgs (renews automatically)

    120$
    Every year
    Service Organization Membership is for organizations and companies that support performing artists, arts presenters, and/or nonprofit organizations.
     

Affiliate Organization Membership

Affiliate Organization Membership is for organizations that book touring performers in Montana but do not have the typical presenter series business model. This includes but is not limited to: 

  • Schools interested in outreach performances on campus

  • Nonprofits planning special events with live entertainment (galas, red-carpet events, etc.)​

  • Libraries offering performing arts events 

  • Symphony orchestras booking artists for a gala or special concert

  • Individuals or other entities that present house concerts

  • Any community center or other organization seeking performing arts outreach opportunities

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Community organizations with this type of membership may not always need to attend our Annual Showcase & Conference and that is okay! You can still take advantage or our member directories and participate in block-booking to bring a great show to your community.

​Membership does not include conference registration. Members may purchase conference registration through the Member Dashboard (membership and login required).

  • Affiliate Organization (1 year only)

    20$
     
    Affiliate Organization Membership is for organizations that book touring performers in Montana but do not have the typical presenter series business model.
    Valid for 12 months

  • Affiliate Orgs (renews automatically)

    20$
    Every year
    Affiliate Organization Membership is for organizations that book touring performers in Montana but do not have the typical presenter series business model.
     
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