InformationFriday October 29, 2010
Sydney is Moderating a Dance Panel!
Uptown/Downtown: A Conversation with Performing Arts Presenters
Moderated by Sydney Skybetter, Choreographer and Producer of DanceNow NYC (and co-founder of DB!)
Panelists: Laura Greer, The Apollo Theater; Kate Peila, Dance New Amsterdam; Jay Wegman, Abrons Art Center; and a representative from Harlem Stage
Join in this lively panel discussion with the program directors of four Manhattan-based performing arts venues to discuss a variety of topics such as curatorial interests, identifying and supporting emerging artists, the requirements for a successful artistic partnership, and balancing the complex concerns of artists, institutions, the field, and the public. Other topic discussions include the future of presenting performing arts and how crucial relationships with artists will evolve. This panel will include a live Q&A, which will also be accessible virtually.
The event will be streamed live at qik.com/sydneyskybetter. Check it out and use #UpDownPanel to Tweet your questions to the moderator.
Date and Time: Monday, November 1, 6:30-8:30PM
Location: Dance New Amsterdam, 280 Broadway, 2nd Floor
Entrance on Chambers Street
Event is free, but space is limited. RSVP is required via The Field's website.
Presented by a partnership of Lower Manhattan Cultural Council, Harlem Arts Alliance and The Field as part of Uptown/Downtown, a 10-week performance development program.
