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Looking to meet up up a booking conference?
We're planning on attending:
Western Arts Alliance (WAA) in San Diego, CA, Aug. 26-29, 2024 - booth #329
Midwest Arts Xpo (MAX) in Indianapolis, IN, Sept. 16-19, 2024 - booth #216
Association of Performing Arts Professionals (APAP) in NYC, NY, Jan. 10-14, 2025 - booth # 179
TYA/USA Festival and Conference in Washington, DC, May 6-8, 2025
Contact us soon to schedule an appointment at the conference
or drop by our booth during Exhibit Hall Hours.
Please also take note of the following events and showcases, featuring some of our wonderful artists and staff, as well as other Youth & Family conference programming that you should know about.
HAA is proud to share that Co-Director Sarah Saltwick is one of the APAP 2025 Conference Co-Chairs!
You'll see her on planning zoom calls, webinars, and speaking at events throughout the conference.
APAP YOUTH & FAMILY FORUM
Friday Jan. 10th from 9am-11am at the Hilton, Room TBD.
The session will include voices from the field, small group conversations and time for networking with colleagues.
YOUTH & FAMILY SHOWCASES AT APAP
Saturday Jan. 11th & Sunday Jan. 12th from 9am-11am at the Hilton, Gibson Room.
Please join Bailiwick Booking Agency, Geodesic Management, Harmony Artists, Holden & Arts Associates, Siegel Artist Management, Robin Klinger Entertainment, and Shaw Entertainment Group for two mornings of exciting youth & family showcases. The line up includes 14 artists from across our agencies and performances will be different each morning.
HAA showcasing artists include:
HERO: BOY FROM TROY
from First Woman of New York, New York
Saturday January 11, 2024 at 9:35am
Part of the Youth & Family Showcase
A musical journey that shows how the heroes in the Civil Rights movement inspired a young John Lewis to protest injustice and get into ‘good trouble.’ Written by acclaimed playwright Nambi E. Kelly. Find more information on the production here.
JAMMING ON THE JOB LIVE!
from 123 Andrés
Sunday January 12, 2024 at 9:05am
Part of the Youth & Family Showcase
The hit PBS Kids podcast from Grammy Winners 123 Andrés and 2024 Grammy Nominee Pierce Freelon is now a new album and a live touring show. Explore the world of work through fun original songs! Find out more here.
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UNCLE JUMBO
from Houston, Texas
Sunday January 12, 2024 at 9:35am
Part of the Youth & Family Showcase
2024 Grammy-nominee Uncle Jumbo layers heartfelt lyrics and messages of positivity that inspire young minds to dream big and chase their passions. Find out more here.
A NEW COLLECTIVE APPROACH TO PROGRAMMING: SHARED RISKS AND REWARDS
APAP Learning Session
Sunday Jan. 12 at 11am-12pm at the Hilton, room TBD.
Catch HAA Co-Director Sarah Saltwick on this panel as she shares information about the formation of the TYA Tour Development Collective, a new group of venues working together and pooling resources to help fund new US-based touring work for school and family audiences.
TYA/USA National Festival & Conference
May 6-8, 2025
hosted by the Kennedy Center, Washington DC.
THE PAPER ESCAPER
from Terrapin Puppet Theatre of Tasmania, Australia
Full Performance as part of the festival programming!
May 7th, Times TBD
Benny, the plucky puppet protagonist in The Paper Escaper, knows they are destined for greater things than a simple pop-up book. But in a world that’s trying to squash Benny between its pages – from a wily dancing fire to a disillusioned illustrator – Benny will need the help of a new friend to achieve their dreams. This bright new puppetry work from Terrapin tells a story of determination, friendship and the power of following your own path.
The TYA Tour Development Collective - A Brand-New Funding Model
Breakout Session #2
May 7th from 1:00pm to 2:15pm
Get the inside scoop of the formation of the TYA Tour Development Collective, a new group of venues working together and pooling resources to help fund new US-based touring work for school and family audiences. Panelists will share the inspiration for the group, organization learnings from the first year, and plans for the future. Ideal for venues, artists, and anyone looking to learn about partnerships and funding models.
Presenters
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Daniel Hahn
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Sarah Saltwick
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Sarah McCarthy