Ohio Arts Professionals Network

We are proud to recognize our Platinum Annual Sponsor, LemonGrenade Creative, for their support for OAPN and our mission to strengthen and grow the touring arts industry in Ohio and beyond.

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Would you like to volunteer at a Performing Arts Conference?

As a volunteer, you’ll gain access to honing customer service skills, meet with industry professionals, watch and assist with artist showcases, and get valuable time working alongside industry professionals.

You’ll also receive real-world training in event production while working alongside arts leaders from across the region.

When: October 18-20, 2026
Where: Hamilton, Ohio
Venue: Fitton Center for Creative Arts

Learn more: https://oapn.org/volunteer/

🎭 YOU'RE INVITED TO OUR NETWORKING EVENT!
Go Behind the Scenes in Springfield! 🎶

Join OAPN on June 19 for a special Backstage Pass Networking Night and experience the arts from every angle.

✨ Explore the beautiful Clark State Performing Arts Center with a guided venue tour.

🥂 Connect with arts presenters, agents, artists, and industry colleagues during a networking cocktail hour.

🎤 Then enjoy VIP access to the Springfield Arts Council Springfield Arts Festival performance of CeCe Teneal the Songstress Divas of Soul, celebrating the music of Patti LaBelle, Gladys Knight, Tina Turner, and more!

📍 Springfield, Ohio

🕓 4:30 PM – Arrival & Check-In
🏛️ 5:00–6:00 PM – Guided Tour of the Clark State Performing Arts Center
🍸 6:00–7:30 PM – Cocktail Hour & Networking at the State Theater
🎶 7:30 PM – CeCe Teneal's Divas of Soul at the Summer Arts Festival

Whether you're looking to make new connections, discover a new venue, or enjoy a great performance, this is an evening you won't want to miss.

🎟️ Register today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/backstage-pass-networking-night-springfield-tickets-1987746823257

Upcoming industry networking event in Springfield, Ohio for those looking to connect with performing arts professionals.

On Friday, June 19th OAPN brings our Backstage Pass Networking Night to central Ohio.

Connect with presenters, artists, and industry peers, get a behind-the-scenes look, and experience the festival together from cocktail hour to the concert.

4:30 PM - Arrival and check-in
5:00–6:00 PM – Guided tour of the Clark State Performing Arts Center
6:00–7:30 PM – Cocktail Hour & Networking at the State Theater
7:30-9:00 PM – Concert: CeCe Teneal the Songstress DIVAS OF SOUL: The Best of Patti, Gladys, Tina & More! at the Springfield Arts Council Summer Arts Festival

✨ Free for OAPN members | $10 non-members
🥂 Light hors d’œuvres + cocktail hour
🎵 VIP Seat & Concert Experience
👔 Business casual attire + shoes for walking around an Arts Festival

🔗 registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/backstage-pass-networking-night-springfield-tickets-1987746823257