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ONTARIO CONTACT
Keynote 2015
We are excited to introduce you to this year's keynote, “It’s Just One Customer at a Timeâ€! Speakers David Hogan and David Rogers from the Victoria Playhouse Petrolia Theatre will share their approach to developing audiences that helped take the Playhouse Theatre from a 1/4 million deficit into the black in just two years. Come to learn how they did it and see what you can do to increase interest in your presenting. Their enthusiasm, love of the art form and their success in getting to know and engage their audiences made David and David naturals for kicking off Ontario Contact’s Transforming Community conference.
Online Auction is Live!
The Annual Silent Auction at Ontario Contact raises funds to support professional development for emerging artists, agents, managers and presenters in the performing arts sector. The funds raised will be used to subsidize the delegate fee and assist in travel cost for Ontario Contact. This year we’ve decided to bring our auction online! To bid on the great items donated by organizations and individuals interested in supporting the future of the performing arts, visit our auction online.
Accommodation
The conference block is filling fast at the London Hilton and the deadline for getting our special rate is almost here! Book now if you have not yet done so. If you have any problems, please contact Cheryl Ewing directly.
Special offer for First Time Attendees
There is a special offer on for presenting organizations attending Ontario Contact for the first time. The entire conference can be yours for only $238 plus HST. This includes Thursday First Timers’ breakfast, three lunches and the Saturday closing party – a saving of 57%. Learn more
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
2015/16 Webinar Series
Ontario Presents and Atlantic Presenters Association are thrilled to launch the 2015/16 "Webinar Series for Arts Presenting!" Funded by the Department of Canadian Heritage, the series is designed to help volunteer to mid-size presenters access quality professional development. There is no fee to participate. The topics cover various aspects of presenting, from programming and contract negotiation to budgeting for shows, sponsorship and strategic planning. You will also learn how to find audience, attract youth and improve your engagement by using social media. Sign up for the entire series or choose to attend the webinars which are most relevant for you. View schedule and sign up!
Upcoming Webinars: October 2015
Join us on Wednesdays at 1 pm EST for a webinar of your choice!
"No long drives to a meeting!" -- all you need is a phone line, computer and a high speed internet connection.
MEMBER NEWS
2015 Blue Sky Day
Ontario Presents’ Blue Sky Day is a once-a-year gathering of members to come together to exchange valuable information on trends, issues, and opportunities and discuss plans for the year ahead. This year’s Blue Sky Day is hosted by the Richmond Hill Performing Arts Centre, and takes place on October 7, 2015. The morning session will be dedicated to the first block booking meeting of the year. In the afternoon, artists, agents and managers are invited to join presenters for a facilitated conversation on upcoming challenges and opportunities in the Ontario Presenting Field. For the detailed overview of the event, please visit our website.
New Leadership Burlington PAC
 Three Burlington PAC Executive Directors - past, present, and future at the farewell party for retiring Executive Director, Brian McCurdy. Read more
INDUSTRY NEWS
2015 Federal Budget Analysis
The Canadian Conference of the Arts, Canadian Arts Coalition and Saskatchewan Arts Alliance published the analysis of the 2015 Federal Budget which examines federal funding for the arts and culture sector for the 2015-16 fiscal year. The broad conclusion of this analysis is that arts and culture do not figure amongst the political priorities of the government. It is imperative that arts and cultural organizations take advantage of the federal electoral campaign to advocate for support for the cultural sector and see which party will commit to doing so. Read full report
Ontario's First Culture Strategy
Government of Ontario is seeking input from across the province to develop its first culture strategy, which will set out a vision for arts and culture in Ontario to build healthier, more vibrant and prosperous communities. Ontarians are invited to get involved in Culture Talks by attending one of the town halls across the province, sharing ideas on the new Culture Talks website and joining #ONCulture discussion on Twitter. Learn more
Job Board
Do you have a job opportunity?
Submit a job to be posted on the Ontario Presents' Job Board.
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