Student Membership

WAA is a gathering of professionals in the performing arts field; our membership includes professionals from the many sides of the performing arts from theaters, festivals, concert associations, arts councils, non-profit foundations in the arts, performing arts agencies, and artist companies in dance, theater-arts, and music.

This is your chance to meet professionals, see the latest in performance, and discover the necessary tools and ideas for building a successful career in the arts. By attending the conference, you will become connected to a wide network of artists, managers, agencies, and presenting organizations. Whether you are looking for an internship, job, or to simply gain new perspectives, the WAA Conference is an ideal way to see what's at the forefront of the performing arts landscape in the West.

"The WAA Conference is the perfect place to get connected to the latest in an ever-changing industry. You'll meet a wide range of experienced arts leaders and gain a deeper understanding of booking, touring, and presenting. Any student wanting a career in the arts should jump at the opportunity to attend."
- Amy Maguire, IMG Artists
(Brooklyn College Graduate program in Performing Arts Management)

Interested in a career in the Performing Arts?
Learn who the major arts presenters are, who the agents and managers are, what is current, of interest, exciting in the market place. See performances, of various disciplines, that are actively touring today.

Interested in a career in Arts Management or Presenting?
Learn which arts institutions are actively presenting/supporting the arts. Meet the Executive Directors, programmers, marketing people, and many others. Make the personal connections that could lead to internships, or work in the arts.

Interested in a career in Artist Representation?
Learn about management, booking, mingle with those who have made a career of representing and guiding the careers artists, most of the major agencies are present.

Student Memberships are available for $50.
Membership is good for one full year, and it will give you access to the searchable online directory, plus a copy of the printed Membership Directory. The WAA Website is a resource for industry news, updates, and job listings. All of these benefits give students a jump-start on their professional careers in the performing arts.

Students can attend the 2008 Annual Conference for $200 with an All Access Pass for the full week, or one day passes are available for just $75.

Click here for a student membership application.

Click here to register for the 2008 Conference.

Please contact us with any questions.