How To Organize a . . .

We have collected samples, guides and templates to help you better manage your organization's projects. Additional guides and samples can also be found in the print edition of the Community Arts Tool Kit.

For similar material relating to policy, developing your organization, etc., visit the Boards and Governamnce Samples and Templates page.

Events and Exhibits: Basics of Planning a Concert Series

This article presents the basics of mounting a performing arts series in your community. There are many different types of presenters. Some are volunteer- based but most are not-for-profit organizations including concert societies, theatres, folk clubs, festivals, service clubs, universities, colleges and schools.

Events and Exhibits: How to Organize a Juried Art Show

Purpose: To provide visibility and constructive criticism for amateur, semi-professional and professional artists in British Columbia.

Events and Exhibits: Sample Contract for Booking an Artist

This agreement is made this ________ day of ______________, 20__ by and between _______ (Presenter) ___________ (hereinafter referred to as the "Presenter") and _____ Artist_____ , if more than one, listed on Addendum A attached hereto and included herein (hereinafter referred to as the "Artist"), by and through their designated agent or representative ("Manager") identified below.

Events and Exhibits: How to Facilitate the Peer Review Process

The peer review process is a means of a quality control and certification in which the work of an artist is submitted to a qualified adjudicator and or group of fellow artists for critical assessment.

Events and Exhibits: Sample Audience Survey Questions

Begin each questionnaire with a brief introduction, explaining the purpose of the survey and asking for the audience’s help in completing the form. Audiences are unlikely to complete questionnaires of more that 20 questions. The advantages of using more questions should be balanced against the risk of a lower level of response.

Workshops: How to Develop and Present a Workshop

Assess the Need:

First you need to determine the demand for a workshop in your community. This may involve researching other workshops and/or developing a survey to find areas of interest. You may also choose to present a workshop to highlight other activities you are promoting.

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