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Presented Monday, September 14, 2:00pm, Virtual Join us for an orientation session designed to help you feel right at home from the moment you arrive. We’ll give you a full walkthrough of our unique structure, where MPAC’s collegial atmosphere and networking sessions make it easy to collaborate and connect with your fellow presenters. You’ll get a clear sense of what to expect at the conference and learn how to navigate our information-dense schedule while still finding the t

Presented Wednesday, September 2, 11:00am, Virtual Join us for an orientation session designed to help you hit the ground running at the 2026 Artist Showcase & Conference in Helena! This workshop provides a comprehensive walkthrough of the conference's unique structure, highlighting how MPAC’s small, relaxed environment fosters a culture of meaningful connection with professionals and Montana communities. Attendees will gain insights into the Montana performing arts ecosystem

Presenter Panelists: Mike Rodrique (Mission Valley Live), Corby Skinner (Alberta Bair Theater), Jim Olson ( Belt Performing Arts Center)Facilitator: Ron DeStefano, EPIC Arts Management Presented: Thursday, August 6, 1:00-2:00 pm (MT), Virtual Panel Discussion Get a head start on the 2026 conference season by hearing directly from the people who book the shows. Facilitated by Ron DeStefano of EPIC Arts Management, this virtual panel features experienced Montana presenters who

With Emily Wolfram, Executive Director, MPAC Workshop presented on Thursday, January 29, 2026 What's in this session? General information about booking conferences juried vs. independent showcases, other conferences in North America Review of the MPAC conference schedule, goals, key events for artists/agents Walk through of the application process preview of iwanttoshowcase.ca, tips for your application Resources to help you get to the conference and more! funding $$$ f

with Emily Wolfram, Executive Director, MPAC published Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Artist' & agent conference orientation for the 2025 MPAC Artist Showcase & Conference Recorded Wednesday, Sep 3, 2025 02:00 PM Mountain Time Join us for an overview of the MPAC conference experience for artists and agents! This session will have useful information for those planning to attend MPAC's Artist Showcase & Conference on October 10-12, 2025 in Great Falls, MT. If you are new to booking conferences or new to Montana you should DEFINITELY attend. Seasoned artists and

With Emily Wolfram, Executive Director, MPAC Workshop presented February 18, 2025