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Membership Dues

Dues cover membership for one year from the day you join.

Artist/Manager
(Membership dues are based on gross annual fees contracted for touring.) 
Less than $100,000 $275.00
$100,000 - $999,999 $400.00
$1 million and up $600.00

Presenter
(Membership dues are based on organization’s annual budget for artist fees.)
Less than $50,000  $275.00
$50,000-$299,999 $400.00
$300,000 and up  $600.00

Associate
Membership $375.00

Consultant/Vendor
Membership $400.00

Join WAA!

Explore. Discover. Connect.

Since 1967, Western Arts Alliance has worked to secure the success of its members. Comprised of such performing arts professionals as individual artists, artist managers, presenters, associates and consultant vendors, WAA is devoted to making your membership one of the best values in the industry.

Member Benefits

Membership Directory

  • Publish your organization listing in our comprehensive annual directory, available online and in print.

  • Receive a free copy of the directory annually.

  • Access the directory in our searchable online database.

  • NEW!
    Beginning January 1, 2009, you may include all key staff in your directory listing.

Annual Conference

  • Gain valuable insight and expertise from dedicated professionals at our annual gathering.

  • Have the exclusive ability to rent an exhibit space.

  • Save 25% on conference registration and tuition.

  • Learn more about this year's conference!

Members-Only Access on Westarts.org

  • Access WAA's Online Directory and Community, where members are able to dialogue and share information with each other.

  • New!
    Set up online accounts for all key staff to access the member-exclusive online services.

  • New!
    Experience the power of Perfomania. Now presenters will be able to use the WAA online directory to find artists, review streaming audio and video samples, browse electronic press kits and news releases, find repertory, and more. Perfomania is the leading web-based artist management tool. Easy to use and integrated with our website, it's a powerful tool for presenters, agents, and artists alike - and only WAA has it.

Year-Round Programs & Services

  • Discounts: Receive a 50% discount on advertising, job postings, mailing lists, products and more!

  • News: Keep up on industry trends, association updates, conference highlights and member news on the website and in our printed newsletter Western Ways.

  • Network: Forge new relationships and strengthen existing partnerships.

  • Collaborate: Exchange ideas and find innovations of the field within the online community and at the conference.

  • Advance: Sharpen your skills with WAA's Professional Development Institute, Workshops and Seminars.

  • Ask us: The WAA Staff is here to help! We offer excellent customer service and support every step of the way.

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For more information, contact Chelsea Maricle, Administrative Assistant.

Membership Categories

Artist/Manager
An organization or business representing one or more touring performing artists or attractions.

Presenter
An organization presenting performances.

Associate
An organization or individual facilitating, funding, or supporting the presentation of the performing arts or offering courses in the performing arts. Includes foundations, state arts agencies, and arts service organizations.

Consultant/Vendor
An agency, business, or individual providing services and/or products related to the performing arts.

Secondary
An individual from a current organizational member that receives an additional directory listing and separate mailings.

Membership Cancellation/Dues Refund Policy

Members requesting a refund for dues will be refunded a pro rata share of unused dues less an administrative fee of $75.