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Dear Friends and Colleagues,

On behalf of the staff and board of South Arts, welcome to Music City for the 2013 Performing Arts Exchange!This year we are pleased to offer a special pre-conference—Presenting 101—free for full-conferenceregistrants. Presenters new to the field will learn the essentials of programming and artistic planning, contracts and negotiations, production logistics, marketing and promotion.In addition, we’ll also bring you new opportunities fornetworking, business and professional development,showcasing and more. We have developed an excitingprogram of events featuring inspirational artists andspeakers, and workshops that address your priority issues. You’ll also have plenty of time to connect withyour peers to share solutions, innovations, and your vision of the future of the performing arts.From the opening reception at the historic Ryman Auditorium to the Thursday brunch in the Marketplace,PAE is packed with value. We urge you to take advan-tage of as many of the conference activities as possibleand make that value last throughout the year.Thank you for coming to PAE 2013!

Margaret S. MertzChair, South Arts Board of Directors

Suzette M. SurkamerExecutive Director, South Arts

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9:30 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. NCC, 2nd Floor, Other locations

Juried Shwcase Recp5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.TPAC, Polk Auditorium

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PD@PAE Networking

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.NCC, 1st Floor

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Special InterestMeetings

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.NCC, 1st Floor

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Mentors Meeting4:15 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.

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Marketplace Open**

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Coffee Face Time Consultations*

1:30 p.m. – 3:10 p.m.NCC, 1st Floor

Juried Shwcase Recp5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.TPAC, Polk Auditorium

Beer & Wine

Juried Showcases6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.TPAC, Polk Auditorium

Mary Beth TreenAward Presentation

NAPAMAMembership

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PD@PAE Networking8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

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State ConsortiumMeetings

8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.NCC, 1st Floor

Marketplace Open9:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

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Monday, September 23, Noon – 4:30 p.m.

Professional development workshops are organized into three focus areas: Fundamentals,Skills, and Issues and Ideas. Fundamentalsworkshops cover the basics for those new tothe field. Skills workshops provide specialized

and in-depth information. Issues & Ideasworkshops are designed for experiencedprofessionals who want to dig deeper into an issue. See the daily schedules for moreinformation about each session.

Presenting 101: Fundamentals NCC, Room 102

Show Me the Money:South Arts Grants for PresentersNCC, Room 109

Marketing Yourself as an Artist NCC, Room 108

”I Don‘t KnowIf I Can Sell That” NCC, Room 107

Engagement StrategyThrough Social Media NCC, Room 102

Discounting StrategiesThat Influence Behaviorand the Bottom LineNCC, Room 104

Placemaking: Beyondthe Buzz, Making it LastNCC, Room 103

Wednesday, September 25, 9:00 – 10:15 a.m.Fundamentals Skills Issues & Ideas

Doin’ It on the Road: An Artist’s Guide - Part 2NCC, Room 103

Unlocking the Potentialfor Forever GiftsNCC, Room 108

Readiness & RecoveryDuring the 2010Nashville FloodsNCC, Room 107

Adventures in PresentingNCC, Room 102

Influencing Audience BehaviorThrough ScienceNCC, Room 104

A Conversation withSteven TepperNCC, Room 109

Tuesday, September 24, 9:00 – 10:15 a.m.

Fundamentals Skills Issues & Ideas

Fundamentals Skills Issues & Ideas

Doin’ It on the Road: An Artist’s Guide - Part 1NCC, Room 103

Nuts and Bolts of Contracts and Riders NCC, Room 104

Arts & Artists, Ideas &Education RoundtableNCC, Room 102

Tuesday, September 24, 10:30 – 11:45 a.m.Fundamentals Skills Issues & Ideas

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Welcome to PAE!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Schedule at a Glance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3PD@PAE at a Glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4PAE Sponsors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Things to Know . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8Daily Schedules

Monday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10Tuesday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-17Wednesday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-20Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Showcase Stagebill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Juried Showcases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-29Independent Showcases. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-51Marketplace Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Exhibitor Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52-54Downtown Nashville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Renaissance Hotel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Nashville Convention Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Acknowledgements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57South Arts Board and Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Contact South Arts at 404-874-7244 or [email protected] foralternate formats of this document.

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South Arts is grateful to the generous sponsors ofthe 37th Performing Arts Exchange

SPONSORSRed Hot Chilli Pipers | BiCoastal ProductionsDailey & Vincent | APAHyperion ProductionsKamstar Artist ManagementKMP ArtistsPatron TechnologyPop Hits of Broadway | K-Line EntertainmentNational Endowment for the ArtsNebraska Theatre CaravanNew World Classics Artists Management |

Kerby LovalloNorth American Performing Arts Managers

and Agents

We would also like to recognize the following PAE grant and scholarship recipients:Gerri Combs Scholarship

Kyle Baker, SoundcrawlJen-Jen Lin, Chinese Arts Alliance of NashvilleKofi Mawuko, Mawre & Co.Christopher Mohnani, Dance Theatre of TennesseeThe Gerri Combs Scholarships were funded bydonations from private individuals in honor of South Arts’ former executive director, Gerri Combs,who retired last year.

PAE Travel GrantsDebra Heintz, Arts Council of Rock Hill and

York CountyPaige Holmes, Arts in McNairyDaphne Holmes, Cameron Art MuseumDan Larson, Curtis M. Phillips Center

for the Performing ArtsRasheedah El-Amin, Lyric Theatre and

Cultural Arts CenterAlice Roberts, Memphis Development FoundationTom Bullard, Niswonger Performing Arts CenterMargaret Primm, Pennyroyal Arts CouncilHeather Stanley, Rylander Theatre

PAE travel grants are made possible by the NationalEndowment for the Arts.

It is never too early to puttogether your sponsorship

package for PAE 2014 in Atlanta, GA.

Contact Leland McKeithanat 404-874-7244 ext. 15

[email protected]

for more information.

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PAE on your smartphone: The PAE mobile app allows you to create your own personalized schedule, to-dolist, and more. Every time you open it, the app will auto-matically update with the most recent conference info.The app is compatible with iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch and Android devices. Windows Phone 7 and Blackberryusers can access the same information via our mobilesite at m.guidebook.com.

To get the PAE guide: Download “Guidebook” from the Apple App Store or the Android Marketplace. Visithttp://guidebook.com/getit from your phone’s browser.The guide will be listed under the “Download Guides”section of the application.

Accessibility: All conference venues are compliant withADA regulations. For further assistance, please see aPAE associate at Registration.

Bulletin Boards: Bulletin Boards are located near Registration in the convention center. Face Time signupsheets and updated attendee information are posteddaily. Have job postings, season information, and otherinformation to share? Post it on the Bulletin Board at Registration.

Children: No one under the age of 18 is permitted to attend any conference event. South Arts cannot reviewcontent of material for age appropriateness nor guaran-tee the safety of children at the conference venues.

Concerns: Should you have a problem onsite, pleasecontact a PAE associate at Registration. For overall feedback, please look for the post-conference evalua-tion which will be sent via email.

First Aid: For non-emergencies, a first aid kit is located atRegistration. In case of an emergency, please call 911.

Internet & Business Services: The Renaissance Business Center is open Monday-Friday from 7:00 a.m.– 6:00 p.m., and on Saturday from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00p.m. Complimentary wireless access is available in thehotel lobby and public areas.

Liability: South Arts is not responsible for property thatis lost, stolen, or damaged in the Marketplace or at anytime during the Performing Arts Exchange. South Artsprovides security in the Marketplace but encourages exhibitors to be responsible for their property and securevaluable items at the close of each day.

Lost & Found: Turn in or check for lost items at Registration.

Conference Venue

Nashville Convention Center601 Commerce Street

(615) 742-2000

Conference Hotel

Renaissance Nashville Hotel611 Commerce Street

(615) 255-8400

Juried Showcases

Tennessee Performing Arts Center

505 Deaderick Street (615) 782-4040

Things To Know…


Marketplace Open & Accessible Hours: Exhibitors are required to be at their booths during Open Hours andwill be allowed into the Marketplace up to 30 minutesprior to opening. Exhibitors are not re quired to be present during Accessible Hours (noon – 1:30 p.m. on Wed.) but the Marketplace will be open to thosewho wish to use it.

Mobile Phones & Devices: During workshops, show-cases, and the keynote address, all mobile and elec-tronic devices should be in silent mode.

Name Badges & Guest Passes: Name badges are required for entrance into all conference events. Lostbadges can be replaced at Registration for $20. Guestpasses are available for all of our hospitality events andmay be purchased at Registration.

Photography, Video & Audio Recording: Personal digitalcameras are permitted at PAE events, provided photog-raphy is not disruptive. For showcases and PD@PAEworkshops, registrants may take photos from theirseats, as long as they are silent, not obstructing views,and are not using a flash. No professional photographyor videography is permitted at PAE without press credentials. (Photography policies from artists producingIndependent Showcases may vary from the South Artspolicy.) Your attendance indicates your consent to bephotographed, video, or audio recorded by South Artsfor publicity or educational purposes.

Social Media: Photography and videography for socialmedia purposes, such as Twitter, Instagram, and Face-book are encouraged provided that course or showcasematerial is not shared in full, and the artist or speaker isreferenced. Social media using the hashtag #PAE2013 is encouraged.

Refunds: South Arts refunds 50% of registration fees(exhibitor, presenter or supporter) through August 23,2013. Juried Showcase fees, Booth Lottery fees, and Independent Showcase listing fees are non-refundable.Please refer to the policies at pae.southarts.org for more information.

Standards of Behavior: PAE attendees are expected to be aware of and adhere to the NAPAMA Guidelines forEthical Behavior (www.napama.org). Performances out-side of showcase venues are not allowed. Conductingbusiness without representation in the Marketplace isnot allowed. Please bring infractions to the attention of Leland McKeithan, PAE Director.

Vegetarian Meals: If you have requested vegetarianmeals for the plated luncheon, you should receive a meal coupon with your name badge. Present thecoupon to your server to receive a vegetarian meal.

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Things To Know…


All events are at the Nashville Convention Centerunless otherwise noted.

Presenting 101: The Fundamentals of PresentingWhat does it mean to be a good presenter? Presenting101 answers that question and serves as an introductionfor those new to the field or a refresher for those whowish to review and update their skills. This pre-confer-ence workshop will cover the essential elements of programming and artistic planning, contracts and nego-tiations, production logistics, marketing and promotion.In one afternoon, you’ll get the broad overview of thework of presenting. Presenting 101 is a standardizedprofessional development curriculum offered by theNetwork of Regional Performing Arts Conferences – thePerforming Arts Exchange, Arts Midwest Conferenceand Western Arts Alliance Conference.Faculty: Perry Mixter and Neil Barclay

Nashville Public Art TourNashville is Music City USA, but did you know it’s also agreat city for visual art? Enjoy a selection of Nashville’spublic art collection while getting a behind-the-sceneslook at the city from the comfort of a shuttle bus. We’llstop along the way to interact with several pieces, suchas innovative artist-designed bike racks, large-scale andaward-winning sculptures by Alice Aycock andLawrence Argent, art in transit, and more!If space is available, tickets ($25) may be purchased on-site at the PAE registration desk after 11:00 a.m. on Monday.

Mentors MeetingAssigned mentors should attend to prepare for theNew Colleagues Session.

New Colleagues SessionFirst-time PAE attendees are invited to this orientationwhere you can learn from your mentor how to makethe most of your time at PAE.

11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Registration &

Information Booth1st Floor Lobby, Nashville

Convention Center

Noon – 4:30 p.m.Pre-Conference

Advance registration required. Room 102

Noon – 5:00 p.m.Marketplace Set-Up

NCC, Exhibit Hall

1:00 – 4:30 p.m.Nashville Public

Art TourAdvance registration required.

Hosted by the Metro Nashville

Arts Commission

Shuttle leaves from theRenaissance lobby at 1:00 p.m.

4:15 – 4:45 p.m.Mentors Meeting

Room 103/104

4:45 – 6:00 p.m.New Colleagues

SessionRoom 103/104

Daily ScheduleMonday, September 23

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Opening Night “Welcome to Nashville”ReceptionJoin us in the pews and on the stage of the historicRyman Auditorium! Grab a friend and take yourselveson a self-guided tour of the most famous performancehall in Nashville and the South. There will be no pro-gram, so help yourself to a drink and catch up with oldfriends. Network, network, network!

Note: Due to the short distance, buses are not being provided to the Ryman. Please alert a PAE associate at Registration if you need assistance to get to the venue.

Daily ScheduleMonday, September 23

6:30 – 8:30 p.m.Opening Night

“Welcome toNashville” Reception

Ryman Auditorium (across the street from the

NCC between Commerce St.and Broadway)

Hors d’Oeuvres and drink

ticket provided

9:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.Independent

ShowcasesNCC, 2nd Floor and

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Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation Funding: Southern Exposure: Performing Arts of Latin America – Room 208Join Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation (MAAF) to learn moreabout one of our national funding programs, SouthernExposure: Performing Arts of Latin America. SouthernExposure provides funding support to presenters acrossthe United States who desire to bring exemplary con-temporary and traditional performing artists from LatinAmerica to their audiences and communities. After atwo-year pilot and an extensive evaluation process, theprogram’s guidelines and online application have beenrevised and streamlined. Or contact Brigid Zuknick, Program Assistant, International ([email protected]) to set up an appointment that fits your schedule.

New England Foundation for the Arts Funding:National Dance Project – Room 105Join Sara Nash of the New England Foundation for theArts as she provides information for presenters, artists,agents, and organizations to learn more about NEFA’snational funding program for dance – the NationalDance Project. Or contact Sara ([email protected]) to signup for a private information session during PAE.

New England Foundation for the Arts Funding:National Theater Project & Center Stage – Room 106Join Quita Sullivan of the New England Foundation for the Arts as she provides information for presenters,artists, agents, and organizations to learn more aboutNEFA’s national funding programs, including the National Theater Project and Center Stage. Or contactQuita ([email protected]) to sign up for a private information session during PAE.

Women of Color in the Arts – Room 110Women of Color in the Arts (WOCA) is dedicated topromoting diversity in the performing arts field, by creating professional opportunities for arts administra-tors and providing a platform to give voice and visibilityto women of color. WOCA welcomes administrators atall stages of their career in an effort to create a multi-dimensional network of professionals. By working to

Daily ScheduleTuesday, September 24


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diversify the pipeline of arts administrators, WOCA aimsto cultivate a field as varied in voice and perspective asthe communities it serves. Our fourth annual PAE ses-sion will be a discussion of the current work of WOCAand will provide insight on how to become more involved in this dynamic network of administrators. For more information, please visit www.womenofcolorinthearts.org.

Year 3 of the Certified Performing Arts ExecutiveProgram for Presenters and Managers/Agents(CPAE) – Room 111The third year of the Certification Program for both presenters and agents/managers begins in October2013. NAPAMA, Arts Northwest and the University ofNew Orleans Graduate Arts Administration Program are sponsoring the program of eight online courses designed for mid-career professionals, new staff hires,and anyone interested in honing their skills in the Performing Arts business. Join us as we answer all yourquestions about CPAE!

Show Me the Money: South Arts Grants forPresenters– Room 109Join Nikki Estes, South Arts program director, to learnabout the South Arts grants program and improve yourgrant writing skills. Topics covered include eligibility re-quirements, preparation and submission of grant appli-cations, important tips, the panel process, and granteeresponsibilities. Workshop participants will also learnabout upcoming changes to South Arts‘ grants programand funding priorities. And you‘ll be the first to hearabout new initiatives and opportunities! Faculty: Nikki Estes

Marketing Yourself as an Artist – Room 108Whether you are new to touring or established in thefield, in an era of social and mobile marketing, artistsmust be at the top of their game to market themselvesto presenters and stand out. Come hear about the marketing must-haves, how to identify, research and approach the right presenters, and conferencing andshowcasing as marketing tactics.Faculty: Chrissie diAngelus


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“I Don’t Know if I Can Sell That” – BuildingRelationships to Put Great Performances inFront of Young People – Room 107Do you see work you love and know would be well-received if you could just get the audience in the door?Do you create or represent work and are tired of hear-ing presenters say “I don’t know if I can sell that”? Getting around this obstacle requires a partnershipamong artists, agents and presenters, plus further relationships between presenters and communities tobuild an appetite for the work. Join us to discuss strategies to engage and build our young audiences.Faculty: Sherri Leathers, Simon Shaw, Paige Hernandez,Kyle Arnett

Engagement Strategy Through Social Media:Finding the Stories that Need Telling – Room 102Implementing a proactive plan for audience engage-ment via social media is an essential part of any success-ful communications strategy. In this session we willidentify the promises we’ve made to our audiences andlearn how to form the essential engagement strategy todeliver on those promises. The new Return on Invest-ment (ROI) will be a Realization of Influence. Influence ismeasured in actions - subscriptions, donations and otheraffirming actions. We’ll start the session with our ownstories, the ones worth telling. Attendees will identifytheir audience types based on engagement rather thandemographics and walk away with a tool to help iden-tify the stories these audiences want to hear and to tell.Faculty: Nancy VanReece

Discounting Strategies That Influence Behaviorand the Bottom Line – Room 104Is your discount ticketing strategy training your patronsto wait for a deal? Are you using third party discountticketing services in a way that will bring you future re-wards and not eat into your bottom line? In this session,we will explore a variety of case studies and best prac-tices for arts and cultural organizations interested insmart and effective discounting strategies.Faculty: Ron Evans

Placemaking: Beyond the Buzz, Making it Last –Room 103Creative placemaking has been the focus of fundingstrategies and civic revitalization efforts. Is it working? Is it too soon to know? Will it continue as a major na-tional trend, and what resources will support the work

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after the big grants are gone? Join national leaders inthe field for a session where we’re not afraid to ask hardquestions and look for long-term answers.Faculty: Dan Lurie, Mark Valdez, Tatiana Hernandez, MK Wegmann, Jennifer Gilligan Cole

Doin’ It on the Road: An Artist’s Guide to Touring& Community Engagement – Part 1 – Room 103Moving your work beyond its local community and audience is both a creative and business prospect. Thisworkshop demystifies the touring process and is de-signed to convey basic information for artists who are at a beginning point of touring regionally and nation-ally – beyond 100 miles from their home. The sessionwill cover a variety of topics including using promotionaltools effectively; learning how to cultivate relationshipswith prospective presenters and the benefits of buildingstrategic partnerships; as well as what happens after anartist is booked, with a discussion on the responsibilitiesof the artist and presenter.Faculty: MK Wegmann, Linda Parris-Bailey

Making Artistic ¢ents IV: Nuts and Bolts ofContracts and Riders – Room 104Everyone in this industry deals with contracts and riders,some more complex than others. This session will exam-ine best practices of agents, managers and presenterswho use proprietary documents, and how these variousviewpoints come together to form a final agreement between parties. We will examine several documentsand gain insight as to how riders are constructed andconflicts are resolved. This will be a continuation of NAPAMA’s very popular and successful “Making ArtisticCents” workshops, a hands-on session dealing witheveryday industry issues.Faculty: Michael Blachly, Laura Colby, Mark Smith, Maureen Shallcross

Arts & Artists, Ideas & Education: A Roundtablewith Paul Kwami & Barry Scott – Room 102Music and heritage, current issues and powerful per-formances - these two Nashville leaders are engagingboth public and educational audiences through a varietyof innovative means. In this lively discussion, you’ll hearhow the Fisk Jubilee Singers are combining intensiveworkshops with high schools and public performancesthat connect a wide range of participants to each otherand a distinctive musical tradition. Actor, director andauthor Barry Scott will outline the ways he’s engagingyoung people in substantive discussions and theatrical


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Noon – 1:30 p.m.Grand Ballroom,

Renaissance Nashville

Keynote Luncheon with Dr. Steven J. TepperSponsored by The Red Hot Chilli PipersRepresented by BiCoastal Productions – Booth 500

Right Sizing the Arts: Understanding theHuman Dimensions of 21st Century MarketsFor most of the past century, arts enterprises havepursued a strategy of growth. In this, the arts haveembraced new technologies, diversified their mis-sions, and responded to market demands. But todaymarkets are no longer discrete segments defined bydemographics and tastes. Instead, markets are con-versations. New technologies have allowed people toconnect through and communicate about the arts ona human scale where individuals seek authenticityand conversation above all else. The music industryhas been on the front lines of this transformationwith many older institutions and organizations strug-gling to stay relevant. Their stories will animate thisopening plenary session of PAE which includes aQ&A with Dr. Tepper.Dr. Tepper is associate director of the Curb Center for Art,Enterprise, and Public Policy, and associate professor inthe department of sociology at Vanderbilt University.

10:30 – 11:45 a.m.State Consortium

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production. Come prepared to learn and share.Faculty: Paul Kwami, Barry Scott

State Consortium MeetingsAlabama/Louisiana/Mississippi Presenters . Room 105Florida Presenters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Room 108Georgia Presenters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Room 111Kentucky/Tennessee Presenters . . . . . . . . . Room 106New England Presenters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Room 110North Carolina/South Carolina Presenters . Room 109PA Presenters and Mid-Atlantic States . . . . Room 107


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Face Time ConsultationsSit down one-on-one with PD@PAE faculty to discussstrategies and learn new information that specificallyaddresses your needs. Sign-up on the bulletin board inthe registration area.

Room 102: Presenting Fundamentals with Perry MixterRoom 103: Artist’s Guide to Touring & Community

Engagement with MK WegmannRoom 104: Discounting Strategies That Work with

Ron EvansRoom 107: Youth Programming with Sherri LeathersRoom 109: South Arts’ Grants to Presenters with

Nikki Estes

1:30 – 4:30 p.m.Marketplace Open

NCC Exhibit Hall

1:30 – 3:10 p.m.Face Time

Consultations


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Showcase Performance by The Red Hot Chilli Pipers – Booth #500It’s Rock. It’s Bagpipes. It’s Bagrock. AC/DC meetsRobert Burns. It’s The Red Hot Chilli Pipers—an 8-piece ensemble of pipers, guitarists, keyboards,and drummers – who have been rocking the worldfrom New York to Beijing to Melbourne and every-where in between with musicianship of the highestorder and a passion for pipes that will leave youbreathless. Formed in 2002, The Chillis have fast become a global phenomenon, taking their signature‘Bagrock’ sound to the masses with their unique fusion of rocked up Bagpipes and clever covers ofpopular songs from all genres. Their trademarksound includes traditional pipe tunes – “AmazingGrace” and “The Hills of Argyll” (done Chilli-style, of course!) – and contemporary anthems fromQueen, Coldplay, Snow Patrol, Robbie Williams andAC/DC. From theatres and performing arts centers tohuge festivals and top corporate and A-list celebrityclients, the Chillis have been playing to packedhouses and standing ovations night after night.

Noon – 1:30 p.m.Grand Ballroom,

Renaissance Nashville


Independent ShowcasesSee the Independent Showcases section for more information.

9:30 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.

IndependentShowcases

NCC 2nd Floor and other locations.


Juried Showcases5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

ReceptionPolk Lobby, Tennessee

Performing Arts Center

6:00 – 9:00 p.m.Showcases

Polk Theater, Tennessee Performing

Arts CenterShuttles leave from

the NCC CommerceStreet entrance andwill run a loop from

4:45 – 9:30 p.m.

The Juried ShowcaseReception is

sponsored by

represented by

Booth 110.

Juried Showcase ScheduleSee the Juried Showcases section for detailed descriptions.

6:00. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sponsor: Dailey & Vincent6:20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brian Sanders’ JUNK6:40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trout Fishing in America7:00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amphion String Quartet7:20 . . . . . . . Dayton Contemporary Dance Company7:35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - INTERMISSION -7:45. . . . California Guitar Trio + Montréal Guitar Trio8:05. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . O Sole Trio8:25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FROGTOWN8:45. . . . . . . A Band Called Honalee: A Tribute to the

Music of Peter, Paul & Mary, and Friends

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Doin’ It on the Road: An Artist’s Guide to Touring& Community Engagement Part 2 – Room 103Moving your work beyond its local community and audience is both a creative and business prospect. Thisworkshop demystifies the touring process and is de-signed to convey basic information for artists who are at a beginning point of touring regionally and nationally– beyond 100 miles from their home. The session willcover a variety of topics including using promotionaltools effectively; learning how to cultivate relationshipswith prospective presenters and the benefits of buildingstrategic partnerships, as well as what happens after anartist is booked, with a discussion on the responsibilitiesof the artist and presenter.Faculty: MK Wegmann, Linda Parris-Bailey

Unlocking the Potential for Forever Gifts: Your Loyal Donors & Audience Members Are Key– Room 108Planned gifts have enriched visual and performing artsorganizations and arts foundations throughout history.We’ve all read an example of an incredibly generous bequest with a twinge of jealously and wondered,“Why couldn’t my organization receive a gift like that?”The answer is, “It could.” And, you can increase thelikelihood of it happening. Learn how you can start,restart, or take your efforts to encourage planned givingto your organization to a whole new level. A few insights and resources to do just that await you in this session.Faculty: Amy Fair

Keeping Your Head Above Water: Readiness &Recovery During the 2010 Nashville Floods –Room 107With a variety of large scale crises acting as game-changers in our communities, many of us have becomeaware that running an arts institution or working as anarts professional includes protecting your operation’svulnerabilities when faced with disaster. In this session,

Daily ScheduleWednesday, September 25


Information Desk

8:00 – 9:00 a.m.PD@PAECoffee &

Networking

9:00 – 10:15 a.m.PD@PAE

Workshops

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9:00 – 10:15 a.m.PD@PAE

Workshopscontinued

learn about the importance of preparedness planningfrom Nashville community leaders as they discuss theirtrials, tribulations, and ultimate successes during and inthe wake of the 2010 Tennessee floods. Gain strategiesand information to protect your organization from theunexpected, and hear about the ArtsReady movementto make preparedness a priority in the arts. Faculty: Nina Hammontree, Jennifer Gilligan Cole,Mollie Quinlan-Hayes

Adventures in Presenting: How They Do It in Tennessee – Room 102Join five Tennessee presenters for Pecha Kucha presen-tations about new models of bringing artists and audi-ences together. This session will be fast-paced and filledwith information, with plenty of ideas to steal from yourpeers in the Volunteer State.Faculty: Anita DeAngelis, John Tumminello, Benjamin Smith, Bridgette Kohnhorst, Erika Wollam Nichols, Krista Bradley

Consumer Psychology: Influencing AudienceBehavior Through Science – Room 104Consumer psychology: the study of why people buy.Ever wonder what human behavioral factors create asellout house? Or why humans can’t help but gravitatetoward viral messages that are part of a group con-science? In this session, we’ll get into the human mindto discuss behavioral economics, and use hard scienceto explore what influences people’s decisions to buytickets, attend, and share their experience via online andin-person social channels.Faculty: Ron Evans

A Conversation with Steven Tepper – Room 109Join our conference keynote speaker Steven J. Tepper ina wide-ranging conversation that will go wherever theparticipants want it to. Dig in to the keynote topics,query this thought-leader about his perspectives on theenormous changes in US cultural life, or find out moreabout why Nashville is rocketing to the top of mid-sizedcities in America.Faculty: Steven J. Tepper, Bill Ivey



Booth Personnel not required to be in Marketplace,Noon – 1:30 p.m.

Face Time ConsultationsSit down one-on-one with PD@PAE faculty to discussstrategies and learn new information that specificallyaddresses your needs. Sign-up on the bulletin board inthe registration area.

Room 102: Presenting in Alternative Spaces, Museums,and More! with Bridgette Kohnhorst

Room 103: Artist’s Guide to Touring & Community Engagement with MK Wegmann

Room 107: Sustainability through Readiness Planningwith Mollie Quinlan-Hayes

Room 108: Planned Giving for Presenters with Amy FairRoom 109: South Arts’ Grants to Presenters with

Nikki Estes

Independent ShowcasesSee the Independent Showcases section for more information.

10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Marketplace

NCC Exhibit Hall

1:30 – 3:10 p.m.Face Time

Consultations

9:30 p.m. – 1: 00 a.m.Independent

ShowcasesNCC 2nd Floor and

other locations.


Juried Showcases5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

ReceptionPolk Lobby, Tennessee

Performing Arts Center

6:00 – 9:00 p.m.Showcases

Polk Theater, Tennessee Performing

Arts CenterShuttles leave from

the NCC CommerceStreet entrance andwill run a loop from

4:45 – 9:30 p.m.

Juried Showcase ScheduleSee the Juried Showcases section for detailed descriptions.

6:00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mary Beth Treen Award –Ivan Sygoda, Pentacle

6:20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Third Coast Percussion6:40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Griffin Theatre Company7:00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jonathan Kingham7:20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page Turner Adventures7:35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . – INTERMISSION –7:45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Onalea Theatrical Productions8:05 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Voetberg Family Band8:25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shana Tucker Chamber Soul8:45 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Eisenhower Dance9:00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Post-showcase workshop

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Alabama/Louisiana/Mississippi Presenters . Room 105Florida Presenters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Room 108Georgia Presenters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Room 111Kentucky/Tennessee Presenters . . . . . . . . . Room 106New England Presenters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Room 110North Carolina/South Carolina Presenters . Room 109Mid-Atlantic Presenters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Room 107

8:30 a.m. – NoonRegistration &

Information Desk

8:00 – 9:00 a.m.State Consortium

Meetings

8:00 – 9:00 a.m.NAPAMA

Membership MeetingNCC, 2nd Floor, Room 208

9:00 – 10:00 a.m.Brunch Buffet

in the MarketplaceNCC, Exhibit Hall

9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Marketplace Open

NCC, Exhibit Hall

1:00 – 3:30 p.m.Marketplace

BreakdownNCC, Exhibit Hall

Daily ScheduleThursday, September 26

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Juried ShowcasesArtists appearing in juried showcases were selected by a distinguished showcase panel comprised of experienced performing arts presenters, experts, andartist/managers from across the country. Artists were selected in the following categories:

• Dance• Family & Children’s Programming• Music—Chamber & Classical• Music—World & Ethnic• Music—Folk & Bluegrass• Music—Singer/Songwriter• Variety Acts

Chosen for their artistic merit and readiness to tour,these artists will perform on Tuesday and Wednesdayevenings from 6 - 9 p.m. at the TPAC, Polk Auditorium.See individual listings for performers and times.

Artist Fee Range Key$ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Under $2,000$$ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,001 - $4,000$$$ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4,001 - $7,500$$$$ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7,501 - $15,000$$$$$ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15,001 or more

Tech Support KeyLOW = general lighting washes, no specific types of

backline equipment, no set pieces, etc.MODERATE = multiple lighting washes, one or

two spotlights, specific backline, phantompower, etc.

HIGH = multiple lighting washes and spotlights, large or elaborate stage sets, video projection, flyingset pieces, etc.

Showcase Stagebill

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Dailey & VincentDailey & Vincent is one of the most reputable and eliteBluegrass acts in America, carrying with them a highlyacclaimed signature sound and live concert perform-ance. The two-time Grammy nominees have amassedan impressive array of honors, including three consecu-tive IBMA (International Bluegrass Music Association)Awards for “Entertainer of the Year” and three awardsfor “Vocal Group of the Year,” respectively; a 2011Dove Award for Bluegrass Album of the Year, and 40other industry honors and awards. Dailey & Vincent per-form over 115 shows per year to sold out crowds, andhave one of the most loyal fan bases in all of music.

Brian Sanders’ JUNKBased in Philadelphia, Brian Sanders’ JUNK is known forits ingenious use of found objects and clever inventionsthat bridge the gap between dance and physical the-ater. Sanders’ choreography blends traditional dancetheater with an inventiveness and physicality that givesreason for critics to hail JUNK as “Philly’s most imagina-tive perpetrator of dare-devilish physical theater” anddeclare Sanders as “the city’s most exciting choreogra-pher.” The troupe’s shows are an exhilarating feast ofexciting physicality and creativity, elegantly served upwith beauty and wit. Dance Magazine cites Sanders’work as “accessible, technically flawless, and thrillingcomic dance turns.”

Trout Fishing in AmericaTrout Fishing in America is the longstanding, four-timeGRAMMY-nominated musical partnership of KeithGrimwood and Ezra Idlet. A willingness to at once makefun of our most annoying daily habits, then to touch ourhearts with tender and passionate images of family lifeis what makes the connection between Trout Fishing inAmerica and its audiences so compelling and poignant.“Chicken Joe Forgets Something Important” is Trout’ssecond children’s book/CD set, and September 3rd theyreleased their new CD, “Rubber Baby Buggy Bumpers.”Say that five times fast! “...the Lennon and McCartneyof kids’ music.” - National Public Radio

SPONSOREDSHOWCASE

6:00 – 6:15 p.m. Polk Auditorium,

Tennessee PerformingArts Center

APA, Booth 110

6:20 – 6:35 p.m.Siegel Artist

Management, Booth 327Dance – Contemporary

Fee Range: $$$$ Tech Support: Moderate

6:40 – 6:55 p.m.The Roots Agency,

Booth 506Music – Folk & Family Fee Range: $$$ - $$$$

Tech Support: Low

Juried Showcase ArtistsTuesday, September 24

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Amphion String QuartetHailed for its “precision, assertiveness and vigor” (TheNew York Times), the Amphion String Quartet is a win-ner of the 2011 Concert Artists Guild Victor ElmalehCompetition. Recently chosen for the 2012-2013 ErnstStiefel String Quartet-In-Residence at the Caramoor Fes-tival and the CMS Two Program of the Chamber MusicSociety of Lincoln Center, highlights of 2013-14 seasoninclude concerts at Alice Tully Hall, Pepperdine Univer-sity, and a tour of Taiwan. Recent honors include FirstPrize at the Hugo Kauder String Quartet Competition;and First Prize in the Piano and Strings category at the2010 Plowman Chamber Music Competition.

Dayton Contemporary Dance CompanyReVisioning 45 is an artistic project of the Dayton Con-temporary Dance Company. Its purpose is to have atleast 10 new dance works created for the company’s exceptional and internationally acclaimed dancers. Eachwork will either be created by a choreographer of inter-national renown like Donald Byrd (choreographer for“The Color Purple”) or Ray Mercer (performed in Broad-way’s “The Lion King”) or by an up and coming chore-ographer like Rodney A. Brown and Alvin Rangel. Newdance work means new opportunities for the DaytonContemporary Dance Company to perform and tour.New work also provides new challengers for our currentassemble of dancers. Most of all, creating new dancework is what we do. It’s why we have been in businessfor 45 years. ReVisioning 45 stands for a new vision inhonor of the company’s 45th anniversary year.

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California Guitar Trio + Montréal Guitar TrioTwo of the world’s best guitar ensembles California Gui-tar Trio (CGT) and Montreal Guitar Trio (MG3) fuse over40 years of combined performing experience into thisunique six-by-6-string ‘phenomensemble’. Representingfour countries (Japan, Canada, Belgium, and US), CGT’ssteel-stringed guitars blend with MG3’s nylon-stringedguitars, as the fret boards of these virtuoso playerschase each other’s original compositions and newarrangements of progressive rock, world, jazz and classi-cal music. “Brilliant show! The audience rose to theirfeet several times during the performance, followed byan extended ovation before the encore. TERRIFIC. Wewant them back!” (Center for Arts Natick)

7:00 – 7:15 p.m.Concert Artists Guild,

Booth 518Music – Chamber

& Classical Fee Range: $$ - $$$ Tech Support: Low

7:20 – 7:35 p.m.Dayton Contemporary

Dance Company, Booth 128

Dance – ContemporaryFee Range: $$$$$

Tech Support: Moderate

7:45 – 8:00 p.m.SRO Artists, Inc.,

Booth 417Music – Classical

& ExperimentalFeeRange: $$$ - $$$$



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O Sole Trio“Incredible fun!” and “A true tour de force,” O SoleTrio takes the audience on a musical journey, revealinghow Italian-Americans influenced the American popu-lar music scene throughout the decades. From humor-ous storytelling to their innovative and uniquearrangements, this trio breathes new life into songsmade famous by such legendary singers as EnricoCaruso, Louis Prima, Frank Sinatra, Connie Francis andAndrea Bocelli, combining virtuosic musical feats withan accessible and engaging program of well-knownclassics to create a show that’s “fast-paced, funny andtouching, with two stellar voices and commanding accompaniment.”

FROGTOWN“ONE NIGHT IN FROGTOWN” is an all-ages musicalbased on the national award-winning musical storybookabout a saxophone-playing tadpole. This acclaimed celebration of cultural diversity comes alive through projected animations, a live story reading, animatedsong lyrics, and riveting performances featuring an all-star cast and narrated by the Author/Composer himself,Emmy Award-winner Phillip Pelletier. Featured on THEGRAMMYS, Frogtown’s wide-ranging musical canvasexposes kids to many different kinds of music, fromR&B, to Classical, to Hip-Hop while addressing the im-portant issues of bullying and peer pressure. Frogtown’sinnovative educational outreach includes engaging assemblies, workshops, residencies, and comprehensiveclassroom curriculum.

A Band Called Honalee: A Tribute to the Music of Peter, Paul & Mary, and FriendsA BAND CALLED HONALEE is a modern-day folk trio inspired by the music of Peter, Paul & Mary, and theircolleagues in the folk movement of the 1960s. With virtuosic musicianship, stirring vocal harmonies and energetic showmanship, A BAND CALLED HONALEE delivers an emotional, joyous evening of song favorites.They celebrate PPM’s legacy by sharing their messagewith today’s audiences, delighting long-time PPM fansand young listeners alike. Shows include songs by BobDylan, The Byrds, Pete Seeger, Joni Mitchell, The Mamasand the Papas, Joan Baez, The Weavers, Judy Collins,and others.

8:05 – 8:20 p.m.Robin Klinger

Entertainment, Booth 205Music – Classical &

Cabaret Fee Range: $$$

Tech Support: Low

8:25 – 8:40 p.m.Main Stage Artists,

Booth 301Theatre – Musical

Fee Range: $$$ Tech Support: Moderate

8:45 – 9:00 p.m.SueBMusic, LLC,

Booth 703Music – Folk & Bluegrass

Fee Range: $$ - $$$ Tech Support: Moderate


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Ivan Sygoda2013 Mary Beth Treen Award RecipientThe Mary Beth Treen Award is presented annually during the Performing Arts Exchange to a respectedmember of the performing arts presenting and touringcommunity.

Ivan has been a director at Pentacle since 1976 and isplanning to retire this year. He conceived and directedmany of Pentacle’s artist-centered mentoring programs.He has served as president of NAPAMA, served on theboards of APAP, WAA, and Dance/USA, and has previ-ously received awards from Dance/USA and APAP for his service to the field.

Third Coast PercussionHailed by The New Yorker as “vibrant” and “superb,”Third Coast Percussion explores and expands the ex-traordinary sonic possibilities of the percussion reper-toire, delivering vibrant performances for audiences ofall kinds. Founded in 2005, this “brilliant” quartet (TheIndependent) has performed hundreds of concertsacross the country, offers groundbreaking cross-discipli-nary residencies, and has commissioned dozens of newworks by composers including David T. Little, TimothyAndres, Ted Hearne, and Augusta Read Thomas. ThirdCoast Percussion is the Ensemble-in-Residence at theUniversity of Notre Dame’s DeBartolo Performing ArtsCenter. For booking contact David Skidmore:[email protected]. http://www.third-coastpercussion.com

Griffin Theatre CompanyThe Chicago Sun-Times calls LETTERS HOME, “extraordi-nary and deeply moving.” LETTERS HOME dramaticallybrings to life actual letters written by soldiers serving inthe Middle East. The production, inspired by the NewYork Times Op-Ed Article The Things They Wrote andthe subsequent HBO documentary Last Letters Home,gives audiences a powerful portrait of the soldier experi-ence in our wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. The initial pro-duction was critically acclaimed and was nominated fora Joseph Jefferson Award for “Outstanding New Play.”The letters define for the audience patriotism and whatit means to serve our country today, through acts ofbravery, compassion, social responsibility, sense of community and brotherhood. Presenters may request a 60-minute version for high school performances. Residencies and workshops are also available.

Juried Showcase ArtistsWednesday, September 25

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6:00 – 6:15 p.m.Award Presentation

Polk Theater, TennesseePerforming Arts Center

6:20 – 6:35 p.m.Third Coast Percussion,

Booth 808Music – Classical

Fee Range: $$$ - $$$$ Tech Support: Low

6:40 – 6:55 p.m.Griffin Theatre Company,

Booth 306Theatre – Drama

Fee Range: $$$ - $$$$Tech Support: Moderate


Jonathan KinghamJohnathan Kingham weaves folk, jazz, country, and R&Bsensibilities seamlessly together in an upbeat acousticconcert. A gifted lyrical improv artist, Kingham’s dry witand audience interaction keep crowds engaged and onthe edge of their seats. An award-winning songwriterwith over 14 years of national and international touringexperience, he has toured with Julio Iglesias Jr. and Toad the Wet Sprocket and has shared the stage withJoan Osborne, Michael McDonald, Shawn Colvin, Suzy Boguss, Doug Stone, and others. Regularly logging80-120 shows a year and conducting numerous song-writing workshops, Kingham loves to connect withcommunities.

Page Turner AdventuresThis multi-media adventure combines STEAM (Science,Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) stories with com-edy, magic, juggling, unicycling, stilt walking, and video.One-of-a-kind pre and post show activities make SteamTrunk Circus a total engagement experience perfect forkids of all ages. When two “Storyologists” discover anold steamer trunk filled with juggling props, a mysteri-ous book...and Harry Houdini’s hat, they’ll need the helpof the entire audience to unravel riddles, figure outclues, and solve the mystery of The Steam Trunk Circus.

— INTERMISSION —

Onalea Theatrical ProductionsBLANCHE: The bittersweet Life of a Wild Prairie Dame is a theatrical, poetic song cycle. Blanche is set in the farcorner of a 93-year-old woman’s mind. Acclaimed musi-cian and theatre artist Onalea Gilbertson explores thelife and stories of her 93-year-old grandmother, takingus through the Great Depression, WW2, and tragic lostlove. This original sonic landscape – a poignant mash upof folk, torch, and chamber music featuring piano, cello,violin, and guitar underscored with Blanche’s recordedvoice – spans generations. Blanche, named on the top 20 show in New York in 2011 by the HuffingtonPost, reminds us if we don’t tell their stories all will be forgotten...

The Voetberg Family BandPowered by two national fiddle champions, a west coast flat-picking champion and 10 state fiddle champi-onships, The Voetberg Family Band is made up of eight siblings ranging in ages 11 to 24. With over eight yearsof performing experience, The Voetberg Family Band is

7:00 – 7:15 p.m.Exact Records, Booth 809Music – Folk & Bluegrass

Fee Range: $ - $$ Tech Support: Low

7:20 – 7:35 p.m.Theatreworks, Booth 405

Theatre – Educational Fee Range: $$ - $$$


7:45 – 8:00 p.m.Onalea Theatrical

Productions, Booth 704Theatre – Experimental

Fee Range: $$$$$ Tech Support: Moderate

8:05 – 8:20 p.m.The Voetberg Family

Band, Booth 718Music – Folk & Bluegrass



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able to transition from blissful vocal arrangements topower-house instrumentals and in so doing puts on ashow that displays a cohesive variety of musical stylesand a developed musicianship beyond their years. Asclassically trained musicians, each band member displaysunique versatility while remaining technically sound ontheir instrument. The Voetberg Family performs theirown original Indie/Folk music as well as traditional folkmusic giving them a sound that is something like TheAvett Brothers with sisters and Mumford and Sons withdaughters.

Shana Tucker Chamber SoulShana Tucker is a distinctive cellist/singer/songwriterwho transcends genre limitations with performancesthat are immediately captivating and exhilarating. Fromearly roots in classical cello through her current role asvocalist and cellist with Cirque du Soleil’s KA in LasVegas, her gifted musical viewpoint continues to takeflight. Delving soul-first into contemporary jazz and clas-sic standards, pop favorites and folk gems interspersedwith ChamberSoul originals, Shana proves a magneticdiscovery for audiences everywhere. “You rarely see JoniMitchell invoked as a reference point because her musicis so uniquely individual. In Shana Tucker, we have aworthy successor.” - David Menconi, News and Observer, Raleigh, NC

Eisenhower DanceEisenhower Dance is one of the nation’s premier con-temporary dance companies. With virtuosic dancers andexhilarating choreography, the company offers a varietyof concert productions and can tailor a program to meetthe needs of each community. The company tours na-tionally and has an arsenal of outstanding educationand outreach activities, including its Healthy Kids pro-gram, which addresses childhood obesity through cre-ative movement activities. The company has receivedoverwhelming critical acclaim along with enthusiasticaudience support: “Stunning” The Holland Sentinel,“No nonsense moves from the Midwest,” The New YorkTimes, and “a hand-clapping delight,” The Chicago Tribune

Stay and join us for a post-showcase workshop withEisenhower Dance.

8:25 – 8:40 p.m.goingbarefoot inc.,

Booth 228Music – Jazz & Blues


8:45 – 9:00 p.m.Eisenhower Dance,

Booth 307Dance – Contemporary

Fee Range: $$$ - $$$$ Tech Support: Moderate


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Rhonda Vincent, Alex DePue, Susan Ashton, John BerryEnjoy a piece of history while listening to Rhonda Vincent (Queen of Bluegrass), Alex DePue (Fastest Fiddler in the West), Susan Ashton (Folk, Country,Rhythm and Blues) and John Berry (Country Legend).The Ernest Tubb Record Shop is the original location ofthe Midnight Jamboree broadcast of decades ago. Oneblock away from the hotel on Broadway, it is a shortstroll down Honky Tonk Row.

Hotel California, The Sweeney Family, Back OnBroadway, Amy Speace, DooWah Riders, FirefallStart your conference out with a can’t-be-beat night oftop-flight music and entertainment including an hourlong country rock dance party and jam with Firefall tocap off the night! Presented by ECE Touring and ourpartner agencies Harmony Artists and Skyline Music. Lite food for presenters and cash bar!

Duke ThompsonAudience Appeal on many levels with Duke Thompson’sunique piano playing and style. At 9:00, 9:20 and 9:40,Duke showcases his ABRAHAM LINCOLN show - he isLincoln’s height, has Lincoln’s affect, and he brings Lincoln’s love for music to life. The second show at10:00, 10:20, 10:40 is Duke in his own element withmusic of THE BABY BOOMERS. His arrangements of TheDoors, The Who, Billy Joel, and others is original, ener-gized, and riveting. Duke’s third show is PIANO MAGICat 11:00, 11:20, 11:40. Here, the audience choosesfrom a significant MUSICAL MENU, which includes bluegrass, classical, Broadway, Gershwin, and hybrids.The MIDNIGHT HOUR is Duke’s PIANO COFFEE HOUSEwhere people can learn about any of these shows orjust listen.

Bottle Rocket Cabaret (John Latini & Jamie-Sue Seal)This duo presents a lively collection of songs & fills in thegaps with superb vocals, masterful guitar playing andvintage flair. Recently crowned the “2013 Capital AreaBlues Brawl Champions”, it’s just one more accoladethat John & Jamie-Sue have added to their long list ofsongwriting and performing awards.

9:00 p.m. – Midnight

Ernest Tubb Record Shop, 417 Broadway

JRA Fine Arts – Booth 622

ECE Touring/EastCoastEntertainment – Booth 207,

Harmony Artists – Booth 512,Skyline Music – Booth 505

9:00 p.m. – 12:25 a.m.

Nashville Convention Center,2nd Floor, Room 209/210

Light appetizers, cash bar

9:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.

Performance ManagementInternational (PMI) –

Booth 713

Nashville Convention Center,2nd Floor, Room 203

Complimentary beverages

9:00 – 9:15 p.m.

Smokin’ Sleddog Records –Booth 528



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Hotel CaliforniaBy blending their extraordinary vocal and musical tal-ents, Hotel California faithfully and accurately reproducethe sounds of The Eagles studio recordings while recre-ating a classic sound which undeniably transcends theboundaries of Rock, R&B, and Country. This highly re-spected presentation delivers a modern, action packed,fully produced performance that brings this timelessmusic into the new millennium. Their great reputationand audience acclaim stamp this as the ultimate salute.

Gulley/GrannerFormer “American Tenors.” Internationally acclaimedoperatic tenors perform classical to pop. Lush heroicvoices, down to Earth fun. A variety of repertoire, plusnewly added contemporary love songs: Nessun dorma,La donna e mobile, Joshua fit the Battle of Jericho, Migratory V, The Prayer, Falling Slowly, Somewhere

Elden Kelly, Global Roots Guitarist & VocalistWith a voice likened to Jeff Buckley and technique thatis the guitarist’s envy, Elden Kelly has captivated audi-ences across the country with his virtuosic songwriting.Influenced by such diverse genres as jazz, neoclassicism,American Roots, Hindustani and Turkish music, Kellyproves impossible to pigeonhole. From bluegrass to bal-lads to fretless guitar, Kelly keeps it in the pocket-and hedoes it alone.

The Sweeney Brothers Show: A Country Comedy MusicalHide The Corn Squeezin’s....HERE THEY COME! Themost loveable, good natured bunch of backwoods boysyou’ll ever meet! Join Slim Sweeney and his two identi-cal twin brothers, Skeeter and Little Buck for somesinging, picking and havin’ fun. The Sweeney’s come toyou straight from The Florida Everglades. Right off thecuff, they’ll have you clappin’ your hands and stompingyour feet to some good ole bluegrass, folk and gospeltunes that everybody loves. You can’t take your eyes offthese hysterical interactive entertainers!

9:00 – 9:30 p.m.

Harmony Artists – Booth 512



9:00 – 11:10 p.m.

Arts Management Associates –Booth 118

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville,Saturday Night Hall

(top floor), 322 Broadway (2 blocks from hotel)

Cash bar

9:20 – 9:35 p.m.



Complimentary Beverages

9:40 – 9:55 p.m.





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Annie Sellick and The Hot Club Of NashvilleAnnie and the Hot Club in homage to the Hot Clubgenre (Django-Reinhardt gypsy-swing) bring fiery guitarand violin soloing on repertoire from the 1930s and40’s. Hard-swinging singer Annie Sellick was voted BestJazz Artist by readers of the Nashville Scene five years ina row, and performed with Tommy Emmanuel and BelaFleck. The Hot Club of Nashville is lead by Britain-bornRichard Smith and includes rhythm guitarist Pat Berge-son (expect Howard Levy-like harmonica solos too) whomoved to Nashville at the request of Chet Atkins torecord and join his band, where he remained severalyears.

Back on BroadwayIn this fabulous new production, ten star-struck per-formers arrive in the Big Apple looking for their bigbreak on Broadway. With their newfound book, How to Succeed on Broadway how could they possibly fail?This multi-talented cast brings to life the most popularscenes and songs from the latest Broadway hits-includ-ing The Producers, Legally Blonde, Jersey Boys, MaryPoppins, Avenue Q, Mamma Mia! and Memphis-as wellas acclaimed revivals-Anything Goes, South Pacific,Evita, Hello, Dolly! and more! Also showcasing on Tuesday, 9.24.2013 at 9:15 PM in the same location.

Amy SpeaceSinger/songwriter/actress Amy Speace has been trum-peted as a musical torchbearer, bridging the gap be-tween the old and new schools of folk music. CertainlyJudy Collins, who discovered and recorded Speace,agrees. And so do acoustic music’s newest stars likeJohn Fullbright and Ben Sollee, who both appear on hernew Shakespeare inspired album, “How To Sleep In AStormy Boat”. Amy’s showcase will feature selectionsfrom her new show “A Stage of Fools”: Songs of LoveLost and Found Inspired by William Shakespeare.

William Florian - Those Were The DaysAn upbeat, energetic, musical journey of America’sgreatest songs of the 1960s, including songs Williamperformed as a lead singer of the famous New ChristyMinstrels. This wonderful program also includes themusic of Peter, Paul & Mary, John Denver, Pete Seeger,The Mamas & The Papas. Uplifting original music is alsopresented with amusing stories!


9:50 – 10:05 p.m.




10:00 – 10:25 p.m.

ECE Touring/EastCoastEntertainment – Booth 207



10:35 – 10:50 p.m.

Skyline Music – Booth 505



10:40 – 10:55 p.m.

Center Productions – Booth 429


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The Doo-Wah RidersThere is no one else like the Doo-Wah Riders. With over30 years of broken box office records nationwide, theDoo-Wahs are country with a unique original sound... astyle defined as “high energy country with a Cajuntwist.” Tight musicianship and powerful arrangementsof classic, contemporary and original songs have madethem favorites everywhere they go.

Matthew SchoeningMatthew Schoening is an artist, performer, and vision-ary. For this particular project, “Solo Electric Cello&”Matthew plays his electric cello through a complexprocess of live looping. The looping is used as a compo-sitional tool, as opposed to backing tracks to jam on, although there is space for improvisation. His musicshowcases compositional complexity with variety, dynamics, grooves and movement, while being verypleasing to the ear and soul.

Buffalo RomeBlending a rootsy feel reminiscent of the 1970s westcoast country rock scene with today’s country, BuffaloRome brings a vinyl vibe to the digital age. Their stun-ning harmonies and expert musicianship have wowedaudiences across the country. Their appeal is broad; theyhave appeared with such diverse performers as KennyLoggins and Montgomery Gentry. Though they haveonly been together a short time, they have already beenseen on Great American Country and featured in thepages of Country Weekly Magazine. With songs like“Big Sky” and “Ocean In Montana”, they are puttingthe “West” back in Country-Western music.

Magic of Stephen KnightStephen Knight IS high-energy magical entertainment.More than just another magician doing tricks, Stephenengages his audience through a journey of wonder andimagination. After experiencing his magic live, you’ll seewhy the director of the Twin City Opera House calledthe Magic of Stephen Knight “one of the best showsthat has graced our stage in recent history.” In thisshowcase Stephen will be featuring illusions from hisHalloween show “Magic of the Night”.

10:50 – 11:20 p.m.




11:00 – 11:15 p.m.

BAM! Baird ArtistsManagement – Booth 427


Light appetizers, non-alcoholic beverages

11:10 – 11:25 p.m.

Siegel Artist Management –Booth 327

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville,322 Broadway


11:20 – 11:35 p.m.

Stephen Knight Productions –Booth 720




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FirefallFrom their start, Firefall has melded country, folk, easylistening and rock ‘n’ roll creating a sound all their own,and helping to define a generation. A string of Top 20hits, two platinum and three gold records and songs like“You Are The Woman”, “Strange Way”, “Just Remem-ber I Love You”,”Cinderella”, “Goodbye I Love You”and “Mexico” earned them legions of loyal fans. One of the few surviving bands of their genre, Firefallhas remained true to the founding vision throughoutthe band’s 30 year history.

The Poulenc Trio (oboe, bassoon, piano)The Poulenc Trio may joke that they named themselvesfor the French composer because “he has this long facethat looks great on T-shirts”-but the real reason is thatFrancis Poulenc composed the most famous piece forthis combination of instruments. “They had the audi-ence dancing in the aisles. What a joyful experience.Our patrons are telling us, ‘This concert was the best ofthe season … ‘Bring them back!’ … Simply fabulous!”(Howard ChadwicK, Nantucket Musical Arts Society)“An intriguing and beautifully played program … near-effortless lightness and grace.” - WASHINGTONPOST “Magic was on plentiful display.” - PALM BEACH POST

The Poulenc Trio (oboe, bassoon, piano)The Poulenc Trio may joke that they named themselvesfor the French composer because “he has this long facethat looks great on T-shirts”-but the real reason is thatFrancis Poulenc composed the most famous piece forthis combination of instruments. “They had the audi-ence dancing in the aisles. What a joyful experience.Our patrons are telling us, ‘This concert was the best ofthe season … ‘Bring them back!’ … Simply fabulous!”(Howard ChadwicK, Nantucket Musical Arts Society)“An intriguing and beautifully played program … near-effortless lightness and grace.” - WASHINGTONPOST “Magic was on plentiful display.” - PALM BEACH POST

11:30 p.m. – 12:25 a.m.

Skyline Music – Booth 505



12:10 – 12:30 a.m.

Lisa Sapinkopf Artists – Booth 101


12:30 – 12:50 a.m.




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Link Union - Americana RootsLink Union, Americana Roots, this very talented family, a multi-award-winning band, since 2002 has performedin over two thousand venues across the US & Canadaentertaining thousands with their fusion of old time musical instruments & stunning vocals, emerging with afresh new style! Many of their over 250 concerts a yearare return engagements. “A feast for fans of greatmusic, this young band is on fire and is destined for success.”

The Rave-Ons, Guys With Guitars, Rich Wyman,Appalatin, Becky Hobbs, Buffalo Roam, Delta Reign, Gulley and Granner“A LITTLE BIT COUNTRY ... A LITTLE BIT ROCK N’ ROLL”- produced by SeaSoundStudio Entertainment featuringEmcee, David Born, “Robin Williams clone.”

The Rave-Ons – 9:30 p.m. | SeaSoundStudioEntertainment – Booth 117America’s traveling Buddy Holly Tribute; high-energy andyouthful quartet provides a fresh take on Buddy’s classichits, wowing audiences with their electrifying perform-ances.

Guys with Guitars – 9:50 p.m. | Modern Arts and Music – Booth 706Three established solo guitarists providing an affordable,engaging show for all ages. Multiple styles - New Age,Classical, Jazz, World, Americana, Pop.

Rich Wyman – 10:10 p.m. | SeaSoundStudioEntertainment – Booth 117“an unstoppable, creative force!” 10 time ASCAPaward-winning songwriter, Wyman performs an amaz-ing show displaying his piano virtuosity and powerfulvoice. Elton John meets Joe Cocker! “I’m blown awayby his songwriting & performing” - Eddie Van Halen

Appalatin – 10:30 p.m. | Kentucky Arts Council –Booth 4406-piece band with foot-stomping, hip swinging soundsorganically unite Appalachian folk and high-energy Latin Music.

9:30 – 9:50 p.m.

Lester Productions – Booth 412


9:30 p.m. – 12:50 a.m.

SeaSoundStudioEntertainment – Booth 117

Modern Arts and Music –Booth 706

Kentucky Arts Council –Booth 440



Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville,322 Broadway,

2 blocks from host hotel

Heavy appetizers, beer and wine

Tickets Required: Pick up at Booths 117,

327, 706, 118, 440

Independent ShowcasesTuesday, September 24

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Becky Hobbs, Buffalo Rome, Delta Reign, Gulley and Granner, The Rave-Ons, Rich Wyman

Becky Hobbs – 10:50 p.m. | SeaSoundStudioEntertainment – Booth 117Internationally recognized hit songwriter performs herbrand of traditional and rockin’ country music; songsfrom her new, highly acclaimed musical “Nanyehi -Beloved Woman of the Cherokee”. Family entertain-ment.

Buffalo Rome – 11:10 p.m. | Siegel ArtistManagement – Booth 327With a rootsy feel reminiscent of the 1970s west coastcountry rock scene, these two guitarists and key-boardist’s stunning harmonies bring a vinyl vibe to thedigital age.

Delta Reign – 11:30 p.m. | SeaSoundStudioEntertainment – Booth 117“Swinging Bluegrass” from the Gulf Coast. They bring afresh new sound to bluegrass by incorporating swingrhythms, blues and a dash of jazz.

Gulley and Granner –11:50 p.m. | Arts Management Associates – Booth 118Internationally acclaimed operatic tenors. Heroic voiceswith humorous delivery. Classical to Contemporary Pop.

The Rave-Ons – 12:10 a.m. | SeaSoundStudioEntertainment – Booth 117America’s traveling Buddy Holly Tribute; high-energy andyouthful quartet provides a fresh take on Buddy’s classichits, wowing audiences with their electrifying perform-ances.

Rich Wyman – 12:30 a.m. | SeaSoundStudioEntertainment – Booth 117“an unstoppable, creative force!” 10 time ASCAPaward-winning songwriter, Wyman performs an amaz-ing show displaying his piano virtuosity and powerfulvoice. Elton John meets Joe Cocker! “I’m blown awayby his songwriting & performing” -Eddie Van Halen

9:30 p.m. – 12:50 a.m.continued

SeaSoundStudioEntertainment – Booth 117

Modern Arts and Music –Booth 706

Kentucky Arts Council –Booth 440




2 blocks from host hotel

Heavy appetizers, beer and wine

Tickets Required: Pick up at Booths 117,

327, 706, 118, 440


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Rhonda Vincent, Alex DePue, Susan Ashton, John BerryEnjoy a piece of history while listening to Rhonda Vincent (Queen of Bluegrass), Alex DePue (Fastest Fiddler in the West), Susan Ashton (Folk, Country,Rhythm and Blues) and John Berry (Country Legend).The Ernest Tubb Record Shop is the original location ofthe Midnight Jamboree broadcast of decades ago. Oneblock away from the hotel on Broadway, it is a shortstroll down Honky Tonk Row.

Tonic Sol-Fa Emmy-Award WinningContemporary A CappellaTonic Sol-fa is a ground-breaking a cappella ensemblefrom Minnesota, in constant development since theirformation two decades ago. TSF stands as one of theleading forces in the world of vocal music with EmmyAward winning arrangements and multi-million sellingcompositions.

Mike AikenSinger-songwriter and modern-day troubadour, MikeAiken brings a thoughtful mix of intimate and energeticAmericana, country, and roots music that reflects hislifelong love affair with the sea. Charting radio singles,airplay across USA and Europe. Mike Aiken is a perfectfit for fairs, festivals, singer/songwriter series, intimateconcert venues and university subscription concerts.Mike also offers songwriting workshops, a “songinar”about seafaring life as a boat captain and writer-in-the-round programs with local or national songwriters.COME TO BOOTH 629 FOR SHOW TICKETS AND DRINKVOUCHERS. “A Performer Loved By Audiences” - Virginia Commission for the Arts”

Ms. Jaimee PaulSince 2008, Jaimee Paul has recorded 6 albums! Shecontinues her solo career with great momentum andgreat music! She has had the unique privilege of per-forming for audiences throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Japan. Attendees have included Prime min-isters, Congressmen, Military leaders, and Ambassadors.Music enthusiasts have been touched and inspired byher incredible talent, and the music she is honored andblessed to create. Come out to Sambuca, located in theheart of the trendy Gulch Warehouse District, 5 minutesfrom The Renaissance, and hear possibly the finest voiceyou’ve ever experienced, Ms. Jaimee Paul!



Ernest Tubb Record Shop, 417 Broadway

9:30 – 9:45 p.m.

Center Productions –Booth 429


9:30 – 10:00 p.m.

Producers Inc. – Booth 629

The Mercy Lounge, Billy Block Show,

1 Cannery Row

Full bar

Tickets Required: Pick up at Booth 629

9:30 – 10:30 p.m.

Alkahest Artists & AttractionsInc. – TAN Booth 425

Sambuca, 601 12th Avenue South

Full meal, full bar


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Back On Broadway, Big Bang Boom, PUSH Physical Theatre, Craig Karges, Second City, Almost EltonJoin ECE Touring for a night of music and high powerentertainment featuring artists from ECE and our part-ners at Harmony Artists & Robin Klinger Entertainment.Finish off your night with an hour long dance party withAlmost Elton. Lite food for presenters and cash bar!

Big Bang BoomRising stars in the Kindie-Rock world... interactive kidsmusic with a groove everybody enjoys. “If you like U2,then listen to Big Bang Boom.”- Parenting. This high-energy, power-pop children’s show will be showcasingtwice at PAE: Tuesday, Sept. 24th, 2013 - 9:45-10:00PM Wednesday, Sept. 25th, 2013 - 10:05-10:20 PM

Kid Power ProgramsJoin Kid Power on an amazing 3D journey inside thehuman body. Audiences love Kid Power’s OperationLunch Line 3D, a highly interactive, educational musicalpacked with audience participation and animated tech-nology. In this 1-hour show Kid Power transforms into

9:30 p.m. – 12:35 a.m.


Robin Klinger Entertainment –Booth 205

Karges Productions – Booth 509




PUSH Physical Theatre -Robin Klinger Entertainment –

Booth 205

Craig Karges - KargesProductions – Booth 509

Almost Elton - Harmony Artists– Booth 512

Back On Broadway, Big Bang Boom, Second City -


9:45 – 10:00 p.m.

ECE Touring/EastCoastEntertainment, Inc. –

Booth 207



9:45 – 11:30 p.m.

Kid Power Programs – Booth 600



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lively characters. Through sing-a-longs, puppetry, danc-ing, and volunteering children learn the core curriculumlessons of nutrition and exercise while immersed in theperforming arts experience. See the 2-minute video clipof the show at www.kidpowerprograms.com.

Crystal TrioFrom Siberia, Russia, Crystal Trio performs on crystalglass. These professional musicians - Igor Sklyarov,Vladimir Popras and Vladimir Perminov - play special instruments made from glass: Glass Harp, Verrophoneand Glass Panflute Bass. With recent tours to Japan, Europe, and Russia, Crystal Trio is now expanding to theUnited Sates to perform concerts, festivals, school pro-grams and concertos with symphony orchestras. Current repertoire includes variations of popular classicalmelodies of Mozart, Boccherini, Glinka, and Vivaldi, in addition to original pieces written specifically for acrystal glass.

Guys With Guitars“Guys With Guitars” is an affordable Concert Event fea-turing 3 regionally recognizable solo musicians joiningtogether on one stage. Each of these guitarists has theirown established and accomplished solo careers, andhaving them join together for a concert event like this isreminiscent of the old Windham Hill Concert Series. Per-forming their own originals, along with unique arrange-ments of some of the classics. The diversity of the styleseach artist brings into the mix, with some minimal stag-ing and lighting added, creates a real nice concert eventfor your audience. The players are: phenom 19 year oldBen Lapps (recorded his first album at 14 and has over10 Million youtube views), Darren Frate (nephew of leg-endary bassist Dale Peters of the James Gang), andDoug Wood (featured performer on David LettermanShow and numerous NPR programs)

Raissa Katona Bennett - Can’t Help Singing - The Music of Jerome KernMultiple award-winning cabaret/nightclub headliner,Raissa Katona Bennett, who starred as “Christine” inPhantom... on Broadway, presents a romantic and wittycelebration of Kern’s greatest hits, accompanied bypiano and bass. The showcase will include: “Can’t HelpSinging, I’m Old Fashioned, The Song is You, SmokeGets in Your Eyes, Life tUpon The Wicked Stage, HeyFeller, Queenie’s Ballyhoo, Long Ago and Far Away, andThe Way You Look Tonight.”

9:50 – 10:05 p.m.

World Artists – Booth 410


9:50 – 10:05 p.m.

Modern Arts And Music –Booth 706


Light appetizers, beer and wine

Ticket required: Pick up at Booth 706

9:50 – 10:05 p.m.





PUSH Physical TheatreSeeing PUSH Physical Theatre is like watching a live action-movie. The performers inspire awe with physicalillusions and gravity-defying, dance-infused, acrobatichigh-jinx. It’s cool, it’s athletic, it’s a metaphor-in-motion:the narratives of our lives played out with hope,strength and optimism. These masters of physical story-telling push the boundaries of traditional theatre using a fusion of human bodies and iPad technology. Onceyou’ve experienced the myth and magic of PUSH youwill know the strength of the human soul expressed bythe power of the human body.

Mike Strickland - Pops PianistWith his ‘Pops’ program of fabulous piano artistry, thisMississippi native is known for his winning stage charm,colorful programming, and good fun! From gorgeousoriginal music to jazz, blues, and boogie, Mike’s superbmusicianship and warm spirit are always a hit with audi-ences. With over 30 years of performing experience,Mike has released 22 CDs selling over 350,000 copiesand has had his music on national radio, TV and motionpictures. Mike performs solo concerts, duo concertswith virtuoso bassist Clipper Anderson, and as a guestsoloist with your orchestra. Terrific school and commu-nity outreach programs are available.

Terry Barber - Classical for EveryoneA rare countertenor, TERRY BARBER uses an extraordi-nary vocal range and versatility to present audience favorites, and songs that entertain. A truly internationalartist, Terry has been a soloist for the MetropolitanOpera, Carnegie Hall, London’s Queen Elizabeth Hall,and Moscow’s Svetlanov Hall, to name a few. Past mem-ber of the Grammy-winning group Chanticleer, his voicecan be heard on every major record label with a rangeof artists from Madonna to the London Philharmonic.Come hear why audiences continually say, “The bestconcert of our season - Terry makes classical, fun!” Hear him and visit PMI Booth 713.

Annie Sellick Jazz QuartetAnnie Sellick boasts a sold out performance with theNashville Symphony Pops and was voted “Best JazzArtist” five years in a row by readers of the NashvilleScene. The quartet also features former Chet Atkins guitarist Pat Bergeson and the pair has performed withTommy Emmanuel and Bela Fleck. L.A. Jazz Scene says“...her rendition of emotionally complex songs is mas-terful...she is also a stunning visual performer” and

10:05 – 10:30 p.m.

Robin Klinger Entertainment,LLC – Booth 205



10:10 – 10:25 p.m.

Team Agent Network, Agent-Pat Alberti - Booth 526


10:10 – 10:30 p.m.

PMI: PerformanceManagement International –

Booth 713


10:30 – 10:45 p.m.

Smokin’ Sleddog Records /Team Agent Network –

Booth 528



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Downbeat Magazine observes “You could spot AnnieSellick from a mile away, where her fetching featuresand tumbling dreadlocks make her stand out from theboot-scoot guitar slingers...”

TWO ON TAPTWO ON TAP: the all-singing all-dancing two-person tapsensation in a fresh variety show filled with comedy,tight vocal harmony and precision tap choreography!Broadway showstoppers Melissa Giattino (Broadway’s42nd Street, Radio City Rockettes) and Ron DeStefano(Lincoln Center) celebrate the Great American Song-book in a fun, lively, and fast-paced act featuring gor-geous costumes, multimedia, audience singalongs, andplenty of Broadway song-and-dance! Performing sensa-tional new arrangements of favorites like “I GotRhythm” and “Sing Sing Sing,” Melissa and Ron havean unmatched chemistry that crosses the footlights tocreate an unforgettable show!

Michelle Cann, Rising Star PianistCaribbean-American pianist Michelle Cann, a graduateof the illustrious Curtis Institute of Music, was featuredon the radio show, “From the Top,” and has inspiredaudiences across the USA, China and Korea. RichardGoode praised Michelle’s “musical intelligence andemotional depth … the eloquence and authority of aborn performer.” Philadelphia’s Chestnut Hill Localhailed her “tonal palette the size of a symphony orches-tra … contrapuntal dexterity worthy of Palestrina orBach, and … the lyrical artistry of the late coloratura soprano, Dame Joan Sutherland.” The SouthamptonPress, NY, said she “can charm … and sweep the lis-tener off his or her feet.”

Raissa Katona Bennett - Can’t Help Singing - The Music of Jerome KernMultiple award winning cabaret/nightclub headliner,Raissa Katona Bennett, who starred as “Christine” inPhantom... on Broadway, presents a romantic and wittycelebration of Kern’s greatest hits, accompanied bypiano and bass. The showcase will include: “Can’t HelpSinging, I’m Old Fashioned, The Song is You, SmokeGets in Your Eyes, Life Upon The Wicked Stage, HeyFeller, Queenie’s Ballyhoo, Long Ago and Far Away, andThe Way You Look Tonight.”

10:30 – 10:45 p.m.

Two on Tap – Booth 210


10:50 – 11:10 p.m.



10:50 – 11:05 p.m.



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The Bosch Institute, Thandiwe ShiphrahThe Bosch Institute. Enter a place where words dance,water sings, and voices fly. Nashville-based performingartists Daniel Arite and Thandiwe Shiphrah create jazzand blues-infused “audio collages” with a lively blend oforiginal poems, acoustic music, and improvised vocals.Passionate, playful, inspiring, entertaining, and totallyunlike any other poetry and music collaboration, theirconcerts spark the imagination, cultivate joy, and cele-brate the wonder and splendor of life. “If you’ve neverseen a spoken word performance before, this show is agreat introduction to the art form from two very tal-ented people.” (Philadelphia Fringe Festival) More infoat http://boschinstitute.weebly.com

The Second CityChicago’s legendary comedy theater has made audi-ences laugh for over 50 years, performing smart social &political satire through hilarious sketch comedy, improvi-sation & music.

Bottle Rocket Cabaret (John Latini & Jamie-Sue Seal)The duo is lauded not only for their musical talent butfor their witty interaction with each other and their au-diences. The pair presents a lively collection of songs &fill in the gaps with superb vocals, masterful guitar play-ing and vintage flair.

Alina Kiryayeva - Cartoon Piano MusicUkrainian-born pianist Alina Kiryayeva gave her first solorecital at age 8 and her solo debut with orchestra at age11. Completing Bachelor and Master Degrees at Juilliardwith full scholarships, Alina won numerous internationalcompetitions and is praised for her powerful perform-ance and effortless virtuosity. “Moving Pictures” consistsof classical compositions featured in famous cartoonssuch as Looney Tunes and Tom and Jerry. Works by Liszt,Chopin, Beethoven captivate the audience with uniqueinterpretations. Virtuosic fireworks of nearly unplayablepiano transcriptions of orchestral compositions take the listeners’ breath away. Hear her and visit PMI, Booth 713.

10:50 – 11:10 p.m.

Tennessee Arts Commission –Booth 436


11:05 – 11:30 p.m.

ECE Touring/ EastCoastEntertainment, Inc. –

Booth 207



11:10 – 11:25 p.m.



11:10 – 11:30 p.m.

PMI: PerformanceManagement International –

Booth 713


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Michelle Cann, Rising Star PianistThe young Caribbean-American pianist Michelle Cann, agraduate of the illustrious Curtis Institute of Music, wasfeatured on the radio show, “From the Top,” and hasinspired audiences across the USA, China and Korea.Richard Goode praised Michelle’s “musical intelligenceand emotional depth … the eloquence and authority ofa born performer.” Philadelphia’s Chestnut Hill Localhailed her “tonal palette the size of a symphony orches-tra … contrapuntal dexterity worthy of Palestrina orBach … lyrical artistry of the late coloratura soprano,Dame Joan Sutherland.” The Southampton Press, NY,said she “can charm … and sweep the listener off his or her feet.”

Spencer BohrenSPENCER BOHREN’s music resonates with the ambienceof the rivers, roads, and bayous of the American South.He has a marvelous gift for sharing his great love forAmerica’s wealth of traditional folk, blues, gospel andcountry music with audiences of all ages, both in con-cert and in his documentary theater piece DOWN THEDIRT ROAD BLUES. Performed on appropriate vintageinstruments, Spencer’s captivating story carries listenersalong with him on this amazing musical journey andleaves each person with an appreciation for America’sunique treasure of traditional music.

Remember When Rock Was Young Starring Craig A. Meyer as Almost Elton JohnA spectacular musical journey celebrating the decadesof chart topping hits of Sir Elton John. Multiple awardwinning actor/singer Craig A. Meyer uses his remarkableresemblance and uncanny ability to sound like the leg-endary star to celebrate the character, costumes andcharisma of the famed pianist and singer. This show hascaptivated audiences throughout the United States andabroad.

Eli CookSultry, bluesy masculine, with plenty of loose coolness,Eli Cook was heavily influenced by Muddy Waters,Lightnin’ Hopkins, Mississippi John Hurt...and it shows.With a super slick slide guitar sound and a husky voicethat is sexy and heartfelt, this guy shines brightest inconcert and has been christened “the best blues singerof his generation” by All Music Guide.

11:30 – 11:50 p.m.



11:30 – 11:45 p.m.

Spencer Bohren – Booth 801


11:35 p.m. – 12:35 a.m.





Eli Cook – Booth 802


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Elden Kelly, Global Roots Guitarist & VocalistWith a voice likened to Jeff Buckley and technique thatis the guitarist’s envy, Elden Kelly has captivated audi-ences across the country with his virtuosic songwriting.Influenced by such diverse genres as jazz, neoclassicism,American Roots, Hindustani and Turkish music, Kellyproves impossible to pigeonhole. From bluegrass to bal-lads to fretless guitar, Kelly keeps it in the pocket-and hedoes it alone.

Magic of Stephen KnightStephen Knight IS high-energy magical entertainment.More than just another magician doing tricks, Stephenengages his audience through a journey of wonder andimagination. After experiencing his magic live, you’ll seewhy the director of the Twin City Opera House calledthe Magic of Stephen Knight “one of the best showsthat has graced our stage in recent history.” This show-case features some of the illusions from Stephen’s Hal-loween magic show entitled “Magic of the Night.”

Axiom Brass - Music to Inspire!Praised for their “high level of musicality and technicalability,” Axiom Brass Quintet is one of the world’s fore-most young brass ensembles. The only brass quintet in27 years to win the prestigious Chamber Music YellowSprings Competition (2012), Axiom also won the 2008International Chamber Brass Competition and was aprize-winner of the 2010 Fischoff Chamber Music Competition, the Europa-Stadt Passau Prize, the Plow-man Chamber Music Competition, and South Korea’sJeju City International Brass Quintet Competition. Axiomis dedicated to enhancing the musical life of communi-ties across the globe and educating the next generationof musicians.

11:50 p.m. – 12:05 a.m.

Smokin’ Sleddog Records


12:10 – 12:25 a.m.

Stephen Knight Productions –Booth 720


12:30 – 12:50 a.m.




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They Call Me Mister Fry, Flipside: The Patti Page Story, Happy 50ish! The Mid-Life Crisis Comedy Musical“Flipside: The Patti Page Story”, 18 National Awards atKennedy Center Honors. Journey to 1965 and witnessPage’s rise to stardom. Written from interviews withPage, Flipside features stunning costumes and 28 hits,including Tennessee Waltz. “They Call Me Mr. Fry”, aone-man show portraying a teacher and two fifth gradestudents, emphasizes the educator’s struggle. Two com-mand performances at the US Department of Educa-tion. “Excellent in every way! Beyond expectation.” ~Illinois Presenter Happy 50ish! It’s Bob’s surprise birthdayparty. Bob’s wife and best friend cheer him up after hisfirst colonoscopy. The AARP is after him... what’s next?!

Elvis: Down at the End of Lonely Street, Big Bang Boom, VOCALDENTE A Cappella Art,Vivian Sessoms; Diamonds Are Forever, Masters of Soul, Rhythmic CircusJoin ECE Touring and our partner agencies HarmonyArtists, Robin Klinger Entertainment, Community Com-munications and DTB...the Dream Team Band to finishoff your showcasing with top music and entertainmentincluding an hour long end-of-the-night dance partywith award winning Rhythmic Circus. Lite food for presenters and cash bar!

9:30 – 11:55 p.m.

KMP Artists – Booth 400


Full bar

9:30 – 12:30 a.m.



Elvis: Down at the End ofLonely Street, DTB...the Dream

Team Band, LLC, Booth 722

Big Bang Boom, ECE Touring/EastCoast

Entertainment, Booth 207

VOCALDENTE A Cappella Art, Robin Klinger


Vivian Sessoms; Diamonds Are Forever, Community

Communications, Booth 432

Masters of Soul, ECETouring/EastCoast


Rhythmic Circus, Robin Klinger Entertainment,

Booth 205

Independent ShowcasesWednesday, September 25

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Elvis & the DTBElvis: Down at the End of Lonely Street - Attention Elvis fans - old and new - come get a taste of four greatshows offered by Russ Lanier and the Dream TeamBand! This nine piece band will blow you away withtheir high energy, original performance of the King’sgreatest rock and roll and concert hits. Don’t miss theshow that audiences all over the South have deemed as “Elvis..the way it should have been!” This showcasefeatures a hard rocking and soulful Elvis with talentedentourage. Visit us at RussLanier.com. Like us on Facebook at Russ Lanier as Elvis.

Jeri SagerJeri Sager’s passion for music & live performance shinesthrough her golden voice and strong, infectiously joyful,stage presence. Broadway & numerous National Tourshave brought her critical acclaim for portrayals of suchlegendary characters as Grizabella (CATS), Fantine (LESMISERABLES) & Eva Peron (EVITA). Jeri is a perennial favorite for her exuberant delivery of her Broadway,Swing & Pop songbook. She is equally at home in an intimate setting or a large PAC. Shows can be bookedwith accompaniment of piano only, trio, quartet, 9 pieceband or orchestra.

Rhonda Vincent, Annie Moses BandJoin us for Rhonda Vincent (the New Queen of Blue-grass) at 10:45pm and the Annie Moses Band (as seenon PBS) at 9:45pm and 11:45pm. Drink tickets availableon-site to presenters. Just a short two blocks away fromthe Renaissance Hotel, on the corner of Broadway and4th Avenue. Walk through the music scene of Nashville’sBroadway.

The Pop Hits of BroadwayWe are proud to introduce THE POP HITS OF BROAD-WAY, a new twist on Broadway song-based shows asbeautiful pop voices perform the extraordinary songsthat became iconic pop hits. THREE CHANCES TO VIEWOUR 25-MINUTE SHOWCASE ON WEDNESDAYEVENING. Start times: 9:30, 10:15 & 11pm. Award-win-ning composer Jamshied Sharifi created an orchestralsoundtrack that features up to a 60-piece orchestrawhich stays true to the original Broadway score. Ourcast features a major label recording artist and stageand theatre veterans who have recorded extensively forWalt Disney Records. Stunning video backgrounds en-hance the emotions of each song.

9:30 – 9:40 p.m.

Elvis and DTB...the DreamTeam Band, LLC – Booth 722

Nashville Conference Center,2nd Floor, Room 209/210


9:30 – 11:00 p.m.

Lurea Murphy ArtistManagement – Booth 608





Beer and wine

9:30 – 11:30 p.m.

MainStage ArtistsManagement – Booth 301



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MOJO & The Bayou Gypsies, Eclectica, Eli Cook, Annie Moses Band, Josh Carswell,Rhonda Vincent, Neil JacobsAMAZING Original Artists with Unique, High EnergyMusic for every Audience, Venue, Budget, starringMOJO & The Bayou Gypsies (All Original Pure Americana in the Bayou Tradition), Eclectica(funk/world/rock/jazz/classical), Rhonda Vincent (Queenof Bluegrass), Annie Moses Band (Electrifying Ameri-cana), Eli Cook (Blues Virtuoso), Neil Jacobs (World 12-string Guitar), Josh Carswell (Nashville Tenor) ! Be therefor MOJO’s Midnight Madness! See http://www.redhot-mojo.com/pae2013showcase.html

9:30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Eli Cook (Booth 622), Neil Jacobs (Booth 202), Josh Carswell (Booth 622)

9:45 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Annie Moses (Booth 622)10:00 & 10:15. . . . . . MOJO (Booth 202)10:30 . . . . . . . . . . . . Eclectica (Booth 706)10:45 . . . . . . . . . . . . Rhonda Vincent (Booth 622)11:00 & 11:15. . . . . . MOJO (Booth 202)11:30 . . . . . . . . . . . . Neil Jacobs (Booth 202)11:45 . . . . . . . . . . . . Annie Moses (Booth 622)Midnight . . . . . . . . . . MOJO (Booth 202)

MOJO & The Bayou GypsiesThis Bayou Man, Mister MOJO, and his troupe of near-mad musical provocateurs, have poured LouisianaFire on audiences across the planet for over a quartercentury. PAC Directors, Fans, and Producers agree: nonematch the unbridled fever these charismatic performersshare through their amazing musicianship and incompa-rable ability to entertain audiences across all cultural,language, and social borders. Their concerts, 14 originalalbums, performances on every major TV Network, arefilled with their stories, jokes, and interplay with the audience - hallmarks of all performances. WARNING!MOJO MUSIC CAUSES THRILLED AUDIENCES, ANDSOLD OUT SHOWS! Showtimes 10p, 11p, 12a!

K J DenhertKJ Denhert is consistently praised for her pathos, origi-nality and impeccable musicianship. She is a one of akind songwriter, guitarist and performer. KJ’s specialblend of urban folk & jazz has earned her four Inde-pendent Music Award nominations. Her “Live” albumwon the 2006 Independent Music Award for Best LivePerformance. In 2009, she was named as one ofJazz.com’s Top Female Vocalists. In 2012 she won the

9:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.

MOJO & The Bayou Gypsies –Booth 202

Modern Arts And Music – Booth 706

Eli Cook LLC – Booth 802



(615) 208-9080

Full meal, cash bar

9:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.

MOJO & The Bayou Gypsies –Booth 202


(615) 208-9080

Full meal, cash bar

9:50 – 11:00 p.m.

Lurea Murphy ArtistManagement, LLC –

Booth 608



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prestigious John Lennon Songwriting Contest. KJ’s performance sets include a collection of jazz, pop & rockcovers and original songs that paint a bold portrait of KJ as an artist fully realized.

Ben SolleeMusicians often claim they are “giving themselves” totheir listeners, but it’s rarely as true as on Ben Sollee’sfourth album, Half-Made Man, a revealing, deeply mov-ing album that explores a man trying to figure himselfout, just as we all are. Known for his thrilling cello-play-ing that incorporates new techniques to create a uniquemix of folk, bluegrass, jazz and R&B, Sollee possessesrough-smooth-smoky vocal stylings and a knack for in-tricate arrangements that has brought about compar-isons to Sufjan Stevens. Sollee shares himself completelywith his audience, whether it be by personal lyrics, or hiscommitment to the environment. Sollee can often befound riding a bicycle to his concerts (cello strapped tothe back), which have become legendary for their inti-macy. Free with conference badge on a first come / firstserve basis. $10/$12 tickets also available. 9pm: Dessa10pm: Ben Sollee

VocaldenteVOCALDENTE is known for their passionate care of thea cappella art form using pure vocals to shape tunes andharmonies in the most traditional way. Taking their audi-ence on a captivating journey from the Roaring Twentiesto the latest pop hits, VOCALDENTE connects with theaudience touching them deeply and delighting them utterly. They are 1st prize winners at The HarmonySweepstakes in San Francisco, The Tamporeen Savel inFinland and the International A Cappella Competition inTampai, Taiwan.”Precise arrangements, tight harmonies,and light hearted humor”- NBC-4

The Chipper Experience - Where Comedy & Magic CollideComedian/magician CHIPPER LOWELL has spent the last 20 years perfecting his unique brand of infectiouslyamusing mayhem. He is a regular headliner at the prestigious Magic Castle in Los Angeles and a two timewinner of “Comedy Magician of the Year” by the Inter-national Magicians Society. Chipper has also been rec-ognized among the “Top Funniest Magicians PerformingToday” (Magic Magazine) and awarded the “SpecialtyAct of the Year! In 2012 The LA Comedy Awards nomi-nated CHIPPER for “Most Hilarious Variety Comedian!”.

10:00 – 11:59 p.m.

The Windish Agency – Booth 416

Exit In, 2208 Elliston Pl

Full bar

10:05 – 10:30 p.m.



Cash bar

10:10 – 10:30 p.m.




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In 2013 Chipper was nominated for “Stage Magician ofthe Year” by The Academy of Magical Arts.

EclecticaNashville’s own virtuoso funk band, featuring 5XGrammy winning drummer Roy “Futureman” Wootenfrom Bela Fleck & The Flecktones, electric violinist TracySIlverman, and bassist Steve Forrest. ECLECTICA weavessound-pieces together with a groove that is alive fromthe first note to the last encore, with sing-along cho-ruses and creative jams that can lead in any direction.With 3- part vocals and inspired synchronicity, ECLEC-TICA is a celebration and a concert on the same stage.

Jeri SagerJeri Sager’s passion for music & live performance, shinesthrough her golden voice and strong, infectiously joyful,stage presence. Broadway & numerous National Tourshave brought her critical acclaim for portrayals of suchlegendary characters as Grizabella (CATS), Fantine (LESMISERABLES) & Eva Peron (EVITA). Jeri is a perennial fa-vorite for her exuberant delivery of her Broadway, Swing& Pop songbook. She is equally at home in an intimatesetting or a large PAC. Shows can be booked with ac-companiment of piano only, trio, quartet, 9 piece bandor orchestra.

Vivian Sessoms: “Diamonds Are Forever”Big, beloved, familiar songs by iconic power ‘girl singers’of the 60’s/early 70’s (Bassey/Dusty/Tina/Dionne/Aretha...) are given fresh perspective by stunning, powerhousevocalist Vivian Sessoms. Featured with Chris Botti, Pink,Cher, Rob Thomas, Chaka & Stevie, Vivian celebratesthis special breed of pioneering singers and songs whichcontinue to influence today’s young stars. Vivian com-mands the stage in her all-new show. Available as quar-tet, 7 or 10 piece orchestra (3 strings/horns). New CDfeaturing songs from this show will support 2014/2015presenter dates. Exceptional community engagementactivities include master classes, K-12 educational programs, performances for seniors - even audience-building cooking workshops!

10:30 – 10:45 p.m.

Modern Arts And Music –Booth 706


Cash bar

Ticket required: Pick up at Booth 706

10:30 – 11:00 p.m.



10:35 – 10:50 p.m.

Community Communications –Booth 432




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K J DenhertKJ Denhert is consistently praised for her pathos, origi-nality and impeccable musicianship. She is a one of akind songwriter, guitarist and performer. KJ’s specialblend of urban folk & jazz has earned her four Inde-pendent Music Award nominations. Her “Live” albumwon the 2006 Independent Music Award for Best LivePerformance. In 2009, she was named as one ofJazz.com’s Top Female Vocalists. In 2012 she won theprestigious John Lennon Songwriting Contest. KJ’s performance sets include a collection of jazz, pop & rock covers and original songs that paint a bold portraitof KJ as an artist fully realized.

Masters of S O U LThe ’60s & ’70s produced some of the most iconicnames in popular music. Masters of SOUL is a celebra-tion of these artists, their music and timeless style. The90-min show features stylishly costumed fully choreo-graphed tributes to male and female groups, backed bya live band. Your audience will take the ultimate strolldown memory lane as they re-live the incredible har-monies and smooth moves made famous by many ofthe greatest recording acts of all-time including TheTemps, Gladys Knight, Four Tops, The Supremes, LouRawls, Barry White and many more!

Rhythmic CircusAfter years of selling out venues on its national tour,Feet Don’t Fail Me Now continues its rise from an under-ground percussive dance phenomenon to one of themost popular tap shows since Tap Dogs. Featuringrapid-fire tap from four award-winning dancers, a one-man beat-box phenomenon and a six-piece band thatchannels everything from funk to blues, and rock & rollto salsa, audiences of all ages agree that it excites, ener-gizes and inspires at every turn. Feet Don’t Fail Me Nowpresents a wildly creative view of the indomitable powerof the human spirit.

TWO ON TAPTWO ON TAP: the all-singing all-dancing two-person tap sensation in a fresh variety show filled with comedy,tight vocal harmony and precision tap choreography!Broadway showstoppers Melissa Giattino (Broadway’s42nd Street, Radio City Rockettes) and Ron DeStefano(Lincoln Center) celebrate the Great American Song-book in a fun, lively, and fast-paced act featuring gor-geous costumes, multimedia, audience singalongs, andplenty of Broadway song-and-dance! Performing

10:50 – 11:30 p.m.



10:55 – 11:20 p.m.

ECE Touring – Booth 207



11:30 p.m. – 12:25 a.m.




11:30 – 11:45 p.m.

Two on Tap – Booth 210



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sensational new arrangements of favorites like “I GotRhythm” and “Sing Sing Sing,” Melissa and Ron havean unmatched chemistry that crosses the footlights tocreate an unforgettable show!

Elvis & the DTBElvis: Intimate Gospel - Attention Elvis fans - old andnew - come get a taste of four great shows offered byRuss Lanier and the Dream Team Band! This nine pieceband will blow you away with their high energy, originalperformance of the King’s greatest rock and roll, Gospeland concert hits. Don’t miss the show that audiences allover the South have deemed as “Elvis..the way it shouldhave been!”. This showcase features a brief look at Elvisin an intimate setting performing the music he lovedbest - Gospel. Visit us at RussLanier.com and like us onfacebook at Russ Lanier as Elvis.

Link Union - Americana RootsLink Union, Americana Roots, this very talented family, a multi-award-winning band, since 2002 has performedin over two thousand venues across the US & Canadaentertaining thousands with their fusion of old time musical instruments & stunning vocals, emerging with afresh new style! Many of their over 250 concerts a yearare return engagements. “A feast for fans of greatmusic, this young band is on fire and is destined for success.” Lester Productions Booth 412 Eddy Lester

11:40 – 11:59 p.m.

Elvis and DTB...the DreamTeam Band, LLC – Booth 722

Nashville Convention Center,2nd Floor, Rooms 213/214

Cash bar

11:45 p.m. –

12:30 a.m.

Lester Productions – Booth 412



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Atlantic Ballet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 723AWA Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

BBaker Artists LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125BAM! Baird Artists Management (TAN) 526Baylin Artists Management . . . . . . . . . 305Bernstein Artists, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319BiCoastal Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 500Big League Productions, Inc. . . . . . . . . 218Bits N Pieces Puppet Theatre . . . . . . . . 625Black Box Booking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320Boat Rocker Entertainment . . . . . . . . . 300BodyVox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106The Booking Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317Brad Simon Organization, Inc. . . . . . . . 203Bradley Fields Productions . . . . . . . . . . 108Branson on the Road. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610Broadway Booking Office, NYC. . . . . . 130The Broadway Boys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 520

1st Mark Artists Management LLC . . . 4243 Blonde Moms LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 727

AThe Agency Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 710Alabama State Council on the Arts . . . 438Alberti Performing Artist

Management (TAN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 427Alkahest Artists & Attractions (TAN) . . 425Alliance Artist Management . . . . . . . . 604Alma Artist Booking

& Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303American Shakespeare Center. . . . . . . 807AMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220APA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110ArKtype . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803Art Fegan Entertainment, Inc. . . . . . . . 502Arts Management Associates . . . . . . . 118Arts Management Group . . . . . . . . . . 103ArtsReady . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217Association of Performing

Arts Presenters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318

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Griffin Theatre Company. . . . . . . . . . . 306Gurtman and Murtha Associates Inc. . 120

HHarmony Artists, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 512H-Art Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 404Herschel Freeman Agency . . . . . . . . . . 805Holden & Arts Associates. . . . . . . . . . . 403Hyperion Productions, LLC. . . . . . . . . . 402

IICM Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309IMG Artists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 523Instant Encore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 601International Music Network . . . . . . . . 513

JJ. Cast Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 511JDZ Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 726Jeremy Davis and the

Fabulous Equinox Orchestra. . . . . . . 401John Lambert & Associates . . . . . . . . . 719Jonathan Kingham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 809Jonathan Wentworth Associates, Ltd. . 621JRA Fine Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 622

KKamstar Artist Management . . . . . . . . 517Karges Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 509Ken Waldman, Nomadic Productions . 206Kentucky Arts Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440Kid Power Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 600Kids’ Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113KMP Artists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400Knudsen Productions, LLC . . . . . . . . . . 602Koresh Dance Company . . . . . . . . . . . 504

LLeague of American Orchestras. . . . . . 222Leroy Van Dyke Enterprises LLC . . . . . . 522Lester Productions, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 412Lisa Booth Management, Inc. . . . . . . . 226Lisa Sapinkopf Artists. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101Love Productions, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107Loyd Artists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204Lula Washington Dance Theatre . . . . . 605Lurea Murphy Artist

Management, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 608

MMain Stage Artists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301Maurice Montoya Music Agency . . . . . 322McGee Communications

& Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800

CCadence Arts Network, Inc.. . . . . . . . . 319Cadenza Artists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 617California Artists Management . . . . . . 716Capitol International Productions, Inc. . 705Cathy Pruzan Artist Representative . . . 211Center Productions (TAN) . . . . . . . . . . 429Center Stage Artists. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 508Chamber Music America . . . . . . . . . . . 224Charles Dorris & Associates, LLC . . . . . 123Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Ensemble 724The Cliburn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 426CMI Entertainment, INC . . . . . . . . . . . 510Colbert Artist Management, Inc. . . . . . 423Colorado Children’s Chorale . . . . . . . . 414Columbia Artists Theatricals . . . . . . . . 223Columbia Artists Management . . . . . . 219Community Communications . . . . . . . 432Concert Artists Guild . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 518Creative Booking Agency . . . . . . . . . . 323CST Entertainment Productions LLC . . 623

DDallas Brass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 609Dan Kamin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311Dance Kaleidoscope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407Dancing Pros Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 709David Lieberman Artists’

Representatives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 616Dayton Contemporary

Dance Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128DCA Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 411Double M Arts & Events, LLC. . . . . . . . 430DTB…the Dream Team Band, LLC . . . . 722

EECE Touring/EastCoast Entertainment . 207Ed Keane Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312Eisenhower Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307Eli Cook LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 802Elsie Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325Entertainment Events, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . 216Eye for Talent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

FFLi Arts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 806Fusion Talent Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 409

GGAMI/Simonds, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 611Gardner Arts Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102Geodesic Management . . . . . . . . . . . . 603Gewald Management Inc. . . . . . . . . . . 711goingbarefoot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228

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Shaw Entertainment Group. . . . . . . . . 321Siegel Artist Management, LLC . . . . . . 327Skyline Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505Smokin’ Sleddog Records (TAN). . . . . . 528Sound Artist Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126South Carolina Arts Commission . . . . . 442Spencer Bohren . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 801Spencers Theatre of Illusion . . . . . . . . . 516Spot-On Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . 421SRO Artists, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 417Starvox Booking LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 606Stephen Knight Productions . . . . . . . . 720Story Tapestries Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302SueBMusic, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 703Supreme Talent International . . . . . . . . 717Sweetwood Productions . . . . . . . . . . . 127

TTalmi Entertainment/Akiva

Talmi Presents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 620TAN/Team Agent Network. . . . . . . . . . 425Ted Kurland Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . 209Tennessee Arts Commission . . . . . . . . 436Tennessee Children’s Dance Ensemble . 728The Brickhouse Network . . . . . . . . . . . 122The Producing House. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 721The Texas Boys Choir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200Theatre IV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310Theaterworks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 405Third Coast Percussion. . . . . . . . . . . . . 808Thodos Dance Chicago . . . . . . . . . . . . 119TicketForce, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109TR!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105Two on Tap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210

UUnlimited Myles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 408

VThe Voetberg Family . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 718

WWells Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 708The Windish Agency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 416World Artists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410World Touring Entertainment . . . . . . . 121

YYakov Smirnoff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 707Young Concert Artists, Inc. . . . . . . . . . 406

ZThe Zoot Theatre Company. . . . . . . . . 129

Melvin Kaplan, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation. . . . . . . . 607Mills Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 700Mississippi Arts Commission . . . . . . . . 442Modern Arts and Music. . . . . . . . . . . . 706MOJO & The Bayou Gypsies . . . . . . . . 202Monterey International . . . . . . . . . . . . 313Music City Artists (TAN) . . . . . . . . . . . . 524Music to Light the World. . . . . . . . . . . 434Mystical Arts of Tibet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 712

NNebraska Theatre Caravan. . . . . . . . . . 503New Frontier Touring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304New World Classics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players . . . 413

OOnalea Theatrical Productions . . . . . . . 704Opus 3 Artists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329

PPaquin Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316Paradigm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 519Paradise Artists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 507Paragon Ragtime Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 729Parallel 49 Agency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308Patron Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 618Paul Taylor Dance Company . . . . . . . . 104Pentacle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 613Piano Showman – David Howarth. . . . 804Piccadilly Arts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 428PMG Arts Management. . . . . . . . . . . . 702PMI: Performance Management

International . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713Producers, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 629

RRandy’s Talent Agency . . . . . . . . . . . . . 725Red 11 Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124Rena Shagan Associates, Inc.. . . . . . . . 213Rile and Gallant Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 612RIOULT Dance NY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 619River City Artists Management . . . . . . 208The Road Company. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 501Robin Klinger Entertainment LLC. . . . . 205The Roots Agency/SMG Artists . . . . . . 506The Rosebud Agency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 627

SSchoolSculptures with Kevin Reese . . . 521Sciolino Artist Management . . . . . . . . 418SCRAP ARTS MUSIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 419SeaSoundStudio Entertainment. . . . . . 117

Exhibitor Index


Downtown Nashville

Renaissance Hotel

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Nashville Convention Center

56


We extend our sincere

appreciation toeveryone whose

work contributedto the success ofthis conference.

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Special Thanks toBob Boyer, UTC Fine Arts CenterJennifer Cole, Metro Nashville Arts CommissionRon Jewell, Bartlett Performing Arts CenterHal Partlow, Tennessee Arts CommissionLeigh Patton, Metro Nashville Arts Commission

PAE Advisory CommitteeMark Alexander, Duncan Theatre, Palm Beach StateElizabeth Auer, University of Florida Performing ArtsKrista Bradley, BlackRock Center for the ArtsEric Fliss, Miami-Dade County Dept. of Cultural AffairsLarry Kosson, The Roots AgencyGregg Little, New Frontier TouringJennifer Morris, Siegel Artist ManagementKelly Pepper, Louisiana Division of the ArtsSteven Skerritt-Davis, New England Foundation

for the ArtsMark Smith, 1st Mark Artists ManagementKatie West, Pennsylvania Performing Arts on Tour

PD@PAE Advisory CommitteeElizabeth Auer, University of Florida Performing ArtsKrista Bradley, BlackRock Center for the ArtsBradley Downall, Glema Mahr Center for the ArtsLeslie Gordon, Rialto Center for the Arts, Georgia

State UniversityBridgette Kohnhorst, Vanderbilt University Great

PerformancesLisa Mount, Artistic LogisticsCarlton Turner, Alternate ROOTSJohn Tumminello, Musicians CornerKatie West, Pennsylvania Performing Arts on Tour

Juried Showcase PanelistsLaura Colby, Elsie ManagementMichael Crane, S. Rudolph Alexander Performing

Arts CenterJeannette Gardner, Gardner Arts NetworkLinda Reznik, River City ArtistsJerry Ross, Harmony ArtistsBeth Prather, TheatreworksMark Smith, 1st Mark Artists ManagementIvan Sygoda, Pentacle


South Arts Board of DirectorsChair: Margaret S. Mertz, Ph.D., University of FloridaVice Chair: Ted Abernathy, Southern

Growth Policies BoardSecretary: Stephanie ConnerTreasurer: Ken May, South Carolina Arts CommissionJo Anne Anderson, Anderson Research GroupKristin Congdon, Ph.D.James Harrison III, Harrison GalleryAl Head, Alabama State Council on the ArtsCathy Hernandez, Louisiana Division of the ArtsJ. Martin Lett, Esq., Register | Lett LLPWayne Martin, North Carolina Arts CouncilLori Meadows, Kentucky Arts CouncilMerrily Orsini, CorecubedKaren Paty, Georgia Council for the ArtsTom Pearson, Ph.D., Mississippi Arts CommissionAnne B. Pope, Tennessee Arts CommissionStuart Rosenfeld, Ph.D., Regional Technology StrategiesSandy Shaughnessy, Florida Division of Cultural AffairsDianne Walton

South Arts StaffSuzette M. Surkamer, Executive DirectorAllen Bell, Program DirectorNikki Estes, Program DirectorNaeemah Frazier, Senior Director, Finance & HRPatti French, Administration Manager Teresa Hollingsworth, Senior Program DirectorLeland McKeithan, PAE DirectorEthan Messere, PAE Program AssistantAnn-Laura Parks, CFRE, Director of Development &

CommunicationsMollie Quinlan-Hayes, Deputy Director

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