Frequently Asked Questions
Who will be at the convention?
Who can attend the convenvtion?
Who is planning the convention?
How do I register for the convention?
Can I register soley for the TCG events during the convention?
If I cannot attend the entire convention, can I register for a day or two?
How much does the convention cost?
Are the TCG events included in the general NPAC registration fee?
What additional fees are associated with the convention?
How can I make lodging arrangements?
Does TCG offer financial aid?
I'm a grant recipient - how do I register for the conference?
How can I volunteer at the convention?
Multi-disciplinary conversations are great, but will I be able to find my theatre friends?
Can I nominate someone for a TCG Award?
I have other questions that are not addressed here; who do I contact?
Who will be at the convention?
The 2008 National Performing Arts Convention is THE place for performing arts professionals to be. Performing artists, arts administrators, arts professionals, amateurs, volunteers, fans, and supporters of all kinds will be there. The convention will help the performing arts field define its own priorities and set a new agenda. If YOU aren't there you will miss out on shaping the future of the performing arts in America.
Who can attend the convention?
Anyone, and everyone, who is passionate about the performing arts in America is welcome to attend the 2008 National Performing Arts Convention.
The TCG-specific events reqire additional registration; however, they are not limited to members this year..
Who is planning the convention?
In line with the multi-disciplinary nature of the convention, arts industry leaders affiliated with the following national service organizations are taking charge of making this the preeminent event for the the performing arts: American Composers Forum, American Music Center, Association of Performing Arts Presenters, Chamer Music America, Chorus America, Dance/USA, Early Music America, League of American Orchestras, National Performance Network, OPERA America and Theatre Communications Group.
How do I register for the convention?
Go to www.nationalperformingartsconvention.org to complete your registration online. Be sure to register for both NPAC and TCG.
Can I register soley for the TCG events during the convention?
No. You must register for both the general convention AND the TCG-specific events.
If I cannot attend the entire convention, can I register for a day or two?
No. Registration covers all National Performing Arts Convention programming from June 10-14. Additionally, TCG events will be covered by a single registration fee.
How much does the convention cost?
Please visit the registration page for answers to this question.
Are the TCG events included in NPAC general registration fee?
No. When registering for the convention, you must also specifically register for the TCG events. Please visit the registration page for more information.
What additional fees are associated with the convention?
Additional costs will include travel, lodging and all meals. There will also be several oppitional pre-convention seminars that require additional registration fees. It is possible that some convention sessions may require additional materials fees.
How can I make lodging arrangements?
Included on the lodging page are four different hotel options which we recommend. Those hotels are also offering an exclusive conference rate. There are also a limited number of dorm rooms available. Please check the lodging page for more details as they become available.
Does TCG offer financial aid?
TCG has limited scholarships available to theatres located 750 miles or more from Denver. Scholarship information will be emailed to TCG member theatres in February. Subsidy recipients will be announced by the end of April. We do our best to assist as many theatres as possible.
I am a grant recipient - how do I register for the convention?
Invitations will be sent with specific registration instructions and grant related activities.
How can I volunteer at the convention?
Anyone involved with, or with a passion for, the performing arts is invited to attend the National Performing Arts Convention. Additionally, their are opportunities to volunteer both for the NPAC and specifically with TCG.
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Carol Hiller, NPAC's local coordinator. If you are interested in volunteering specifically for a TCG event, please contat Heather Denyer, TCG's National Conference Assistant.
Multi-disciplinary conversations are great, but will I be able to find my theatre friends?
Yes! Although the convention will be unique because of its size, there will be many opportunities to conect with your colleagues in the theatre field both during all-convention events and at the various TCG sessions.
Can I nominate someone for a TCG Award?
Nominations for the TCG Awards come from TCG's member theatres, TCG board members and members of the National Council for the American Theatre. The deadline for this year's nominations is February 25, 2008. Each TCG member theatre may make one nomination for each award category. Nomination forms were mailed to TCG member theatres in January. Please check the awards page for more detailed information.
I have questions that are not addressed here; who do I contact?
For more information, or if you have any additional questions, please contact Heather Denyer, National Conference Assistant, 212.609.5900.