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August 2011
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NEFA on the Road
Professional Development Opportunity: Performing Arts Exchange
Update your Work History
Apply for NEST Funding by September 1

NEFA On the Road
GenkiSpark-Horizontal

We will be out and about around New England and beyond, making sure people know about MatchBook.org as well as other NEFA services. Drop by to say "hello" if you happen to be at any of the following events:

  • Performing Arts Exchange | Baton Rouge, LA
    September 21-24
  • NEFA's Annual Idea Swap l Worcester, MA
    November 2
  • National Arts Marketing Project Conference |
    Louisville, KY November 12-15
  • VT Parks and Recreation Showcase |
    White River Junction, VT November 17

Professional Development Opportunity:
Performing Arts Exchange September 21-24

Enjoy a variety of live performances, networking with colleagues, and professional development workshops all with a side of southern hospitality and Cajun cuisine! Performing Arts Exchange supports the presentation and touring of performing artists along the east and gulf coasts. Check out New England-based artists Avner the Eccentric and Tim Eriksen. Register today!

Find cost-saving tips for this conference here.
View/Add professional development events here.

Don't forget! Update Your Artist Work History

Add your recent performances so those viewing your page can see who else has booked you.

New England States Touring (NEST) Deadline is September 1!
Matt Sargent at Artspace in Hartford

How do I search for NEST Eligible Artists?
Select the "NEST Eligible" box on MatchBook.org's Find An Artist page. You can narrow by state and discipline.

How do I become a NEST Eligible Artist?
NEST artists have robust MatchBook.org profiles. To learn more about becoming a NEST Eligible Artist, click here.

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Top Left: The Genki Spark, Japanese Women's Taiko Drumming Group
Top Right: Matt Sargent performing with Oxbow Lake at Artspace Hartford
Bottom Right: Aparna Sidhoor Dance Theater

We are dedicated to supporting you by creating buzz about MatchBook.org and all that it offers.

Help build MatchBook.org's success by thoroughly completing your artist, presenter, or venue profile. Consider adding a MatchBook.org link to your website and let friends, contacts, and audiences know that they can find you on MatchBook.org.

As always, don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any comments or questions about MatchBook.org! Send emails to info@matchbook.org

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Nella Young
New England Foundation for the Arts
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