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Membership is open year-round. Please review the membership types in the tabs below before choosing the appropriate membership type.

Please note: vendor membership is coming soon (Spring 2026).

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.

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

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).

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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.

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

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).

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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.

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).

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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.

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).

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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

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).

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If you have questions about membership, please contact us!

Annual Membership Dues

Presenting Organizations

For presenters, member dues are tiered based on annual artist fees.

Emerging Presenters — $50

Tier 1: artist fees <$5,000 — $50

Tier 2: artist fees $5,000-$10,000 — $80

Tier 3: artist fees <$10,000-$30,000 — $110

Tier 4: artist fees <$30,000-$60,000 — $150

Tier 5: artist fees >$60,000 — $190

Artists

Artists — $65

Montana Artists — $50

Agents — $70

Service Organizations — $120

Affiliate Organizations — $20

Vendors — Coming soon! Dues will be set for the 2026-27 season.

Here is a walk through of the process for starting your membership

Membership Information

Performing arts colleagues may become members by signing up and paying dues through this website.
Joining MPAC gives you access to the Member Dashboard which is where you can access your benefits and resources.
Dues are set by the MPAC Board. Presenter dues are tiered based on the organization’s annual artist fees. Artist, agency, and service organization dues are fixed.
We also offer discounted membership for non-presenting entities that occasionally book outreach events or other live performances. Examples include schools, libraries, community centers, and any nonprofit that needs entertainment for a gala or other special event.

Conference Registration

Conference registration is available to members only. First, sign up for membership and pay dues (part of the sign up process). Then you can purchase your conference registration.
Conference registration may be purchased through the Member Dashboard.
Artists invited to showcase are required to register for the conference and become members. Another option is to have representation with an agent who is a current member and registered for the conference.

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