foster CONNECTION | expand KNOWLEDGE | spark COLLABORATION

Founded in 1981, New England Arts Presenters is a non-profit membership-based organization that provides support to arts presenters throughout the six New England states. NEAP is a trusted resource that creates a brave space to connect with other arts presenters and navigate a rapidly changing arts environment as a community. We offer opportunities for professional development, artist information sessions, and the chance to connect with peers in all facets of our industry from across the region. 

WHY BECOME A MEMBER

• Network with other local presenters
• Reduce your artist fees through collaboration and shared routing
• Expand your knowledge on trending topics in the industry
• Share resources about programming, operations, strategies, marketing, engagement, outreach, grants and development, safety, and other vital topics
• Make connections for special projects and gain peer support through expertise and advocacy
• Apply for Professional Development Grants
• Enjoy reduced fees for workshops and conferences
• Join a community that will serve your whole team

MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES

CONNECTION

• Access to networking opportunities and the chance to develop professional friendships
• Access to our members-only Facebook page, where presenters share ideas, concerns, and upcoming events
• Access to our members-only Slack Channel, where presenters ask questions and share resources
• Free postings to our NEAP website job board

• Access to the NEAP Directory of member organizations presenting in New England, including a member map
• Members-only consideration for NEAP’s Professional Development Grants
• Reduced fees for educational workshops and professional nourishment with high-level guest speakers & industry leaders
• Resources that illuminate industry best practices including  advocacy, equity, pay, and operations

• Access to annual block booking and grant collaboration discussions (ex. NEFA's NEST grants)
  
• Affinity Groups where presenters can connect and collaborate in a more personal way
• Community engagement and residency partnerships
• Mentorship opportunities across organizations

Sliding scale dues range from $48 for independent producers to $250 for patron organizations.

MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS

Your organization must be primarily engaged in the presentation of artists, not the management or representation of artists.

If you have questions about any aspect of membership, please contact neartspresenters@gmail.com