December 2008

APAP Conference Countdown

Registrations for the APAP Conference NYC are Ahead of Last Year! Take a look at who's coming! And the APAP EXPO now boasts largest turnout of exhibitors in the history of the conference. To find out why so many have made attendance at the APAP Conference one of their top budget priorities for these challenging times, visit www.apapconference.org.

You Can Still Register for the APAP Conference NYC – Register Online and save $100 off the price of an onsite registration. $200 hotel rooms are still available at the Sheraton and air fares are dropping nationally. Don't miss the APAP Conference NYC 2009 – more vital than ever!

APAP Conference Schedule Announced

Final Schedule for APAP Conference Announced!
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Final Update on Conference Professional Development, Plenary Sessions and Special Events
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Conference Hotel Update! – The Hilton is now sold out. For changes only please call 1-800-HILTON. The Sheraton still has availability, but rooms are going quickly! Don't delay – Register NOW for the conference and book your room at the Sheraton – you don't want to miss out on getting the conference rate of $200 single or double.

Free Pre-Conference Artist Workshops and Forums – If you arrive in NYC before the Conference begins, take advantage of our free Artist Workshops on Thursday, Jan. 8 and free Pre-Conference Forums on Friday, Jan. 9!

Important EXPO Exhibitor Information – The GES Discount Deadline of December 19, 2008 is rapidly approaching. To take advantage of cost savings, please note the important forms and deadlines posted here. » GES Deadlines and EXPO Exhibitor Information

Find Out What's Next at the Under the Radar Festival – Before, during and after the APAP Conference, the Under the Radar Theatre Festival and Symposium offers stage productions that will delight, challenge and amaze you! » See the full schedule

APAP and the Impact of the Economy

Join Us for Free Conference Call: "Impact of the Economy on the Presenting Field" – The call is Thursday, Dec. 18 at 3 p.m. EST – send your email questions and observations before and during the call!
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More Arts Presenters Initiatives on the Economy – Urban economist Jeremy Nowak is plenary speaker at APAP Conference; APAP launches monthly survey on economy trends; and more.

Member News

Ovations from November/December Inside Arts Magazine – Celebrating our members in the field for the outstanding work they do. » Read More

Join us at the APAP Conference for The Annual Meeting of the Members, in Two Parts This Year – In order to allow members time to discuss and review pending business and items for ratification, the annual member meeting will be in two parts this year. The first part Saturday, January 10 from 12:30 pm - 1:45 pm will immediately follow the plenary session. The second part will be held Monday, January 12, 2008 from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm, just before the Awards. Both meetings are at the Hilton Hotel. » More Information, agendas and background materials