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Western Arts Alliance Since 1967, Western Arts Alliance (WAA) has been a leader in the field of booking and touring.

⏰ Early bird pricing for WAA OAK 2026 ends July 17th — lock in your seat before rates go up!Join performing arts profess...
07/13/2026

⏰ Early bird pricing for WAA OAK 2026 ends July 17th — lock in your seat before rates go up!
Join performing arts professionals in Oakland, Sept 8–11, as we Circle Up to share resources and build solutions together. 🎭
📍 Also don't forget: book your room at the Oakland Marriott City Center by August 10th to get the conference rate of $236/night.

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The countdown to the WAA Awards is on!We're keeping this year's award recipients under wraps a little longer, but we're ...
07/10/2026

The countdown to the WAA Awards is on!

We're keeping this year's award recipients under wraps a little longer, but we're excited to announce that Jack West and James Nash will bring their genre-bending acoustic performance to the Annual Luncheon on September 10.

A big thank you to MM Music Agency for supporting this special performance. Stay tuned for our award announcements! ✨

The conversation starts before WAA OAK.Join Before the Circle, a three-part networking series where you'll connect with ...
06/18/2026

The conversation starts before WAA OAK.

Join Before the Circle, a three-part networking series where you'll connect with colleagues, exchange ideas, and explore the themes shaping this year's conference programming.

Whether you're navigating boundary-pushing work, creating for multi-generational audiences, or balancing artistry with audience appeal, there's a Circle for you.

✨ Tuesday, July 7 | 11 AM PT..and Beyond
Discover fresh strategies for championing work that breaks the mold.

🎈 Wednesday, July 8 | 11 AM PT
Youth & Family
Connect with peers around the opportunities and challenges of engaging audiences of all ages.

🎭 Thursday, July 9 | 11 AM PT
Arts & Entertainment
Swap ideas for creating experiences that entertain, inspire, and keep audiences coming back for more.

Attend one session or join all three—build new connections, spark new ideas, and get a head start on the conversations that will continue at WAA OAK.

Register now and meet us Before the Circle.
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Ready to take your work to Asia? 🌏✈️Apply by May 29 to join WAA’s PADX trade mission to Hong Kong and Busan, South Korea...
05/13/2026

Ready to take your work to Asia? 🌏✈️
Apply by May 29 to join WAA’s PADX trade mission to Hong Kong and Busan, South Korea!

Connect with presenters, artists, and industry leaders at:
Hong Kong Performing Arts Expo (HKPAX) — Oct 9–13
Busan Performing Arts Market (BPAM) — optional extension

Selected delegates may receive:
- Travel subsidies
- Curated networking + meetings
- Shared booth and promotional opportunities
- Market insights + on-the-ground support
- Pre-trip prep and technical assistance

Whether you’re an artist, agent, presenter, promoter, or arts professional interested in international exchange, this is an exciting opportunity to build connections in East Asian markets.

Interested? Apply by May 29!

Circle Up in The Bay! Join us for a free outdoor performance by Latin music duo Larry & Joe, presented by Yerba Buena Ga...
05/08/2026

Circle Up in The Bay! Join us for a free outdoor performance by Latin music duo Larry & Joe, presented by Yerba Buena Gardens Festival. Bring your lunch and hang with WAA in our reserved section — we’ll have blankets, chairs, and a few extras, including limited-edition swag giveaways.

Then, on May 22 (the very next day!), WAA will join the first Old Oakland Stroll of the 2026 season — a monthly celebration of the vibrant neighborhood and local businesses that will host this year’s annual conference.

Hope to see you there!

We’re extremely excited to announce that our Keynote address, part of the Grand Opening sponsored by SOZO, will be given...
05/01/2026

We’re extremely excited to announce that our Keynote address, part of the Grand Opening sponsored by SOZO, will be given by comedian, author, and filmmaker W. Kamau Bell. A deeply rooted and proud Oaklander, his mantra, “Who’s With Me?”, not only drives his work of creating and lifting up connection and community, but resonates with us as we call for our community to Circle Up at WAA OAK.

Get the inside scoop before you arrive 👀The World of WAA: Online Mixer + Webinar is your go-to pre-conference session to...
04/15/2026

Get the inside scoop before you arrive 👀

The World of WAA: Online Mixer + Webinar is your go-to pre-conference session to help you make the most of your experience.

Hear from seasoned attendees sharing tips, insights, and must-knows. Then join breakout rooms to connect with peers, ask questions, and start building your community ahead of your arrival in Oakland.

Friday, May 15
12 PM PT
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Come prepared, get connected, and start your conference experience early.

Announcing The Marcelo Avilès Scholarship Fund! Applications are now open until Friday, May 15. A jury of WAA stakeholde...
04/08/2026

Announcing The Marcelo Avilès Scholarship Fund!

Applications are now open until Friday, May 15. A jury of WAA stakeholders will select successful candidates based on a combination of financial need and sectoral impact.

Eligible applicants meet the following criteria:

* Individuals no older than 40 as of September 8, 2026 based in North America.

* Emerging performing arts professionals are those professionals who are actively working in the touring and performing arts presenting ecosystem, specifically those who intersect with performing arts centers in some capacity. Including, but not limited to artists/performers, programmer/presenters, marketers, agent/managers, producers and technical staff.

* Members and nonmembers are eligible to apply, applicants with a history of WAA membership or connection to the performing arts booking and touring field will be prioritized.

Find more information at westarts.org/donate

Nominate the leaders.Celebrate the changemakers.Shape the future.WAA Awards + Board of Director nominations are open 🙌 D...
04/01/2026

Nominate the leaders.
Celebrate the changemakers.
Shape the future.

WAA Awards + Board of Director nominations are open 🙌

Don’t miss your chance to recognize and lead!

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Portland, OR
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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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