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October 2019

Photo: Raphael Xavier performed at the University of St. Joseph with support from NEFA's former Expeditions program; by Andy Hart.

Touring Support for New England Communities: Expeditions and NEST Programs to Merge

NEFA announces a merger of the Expeditions and New England States Touring (NEST) programs. This streamlines touring support, which is a key mechanism to support New England’s artists and audiences.

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Idea Swap Mechanics Hall | Worcester, MA October 30, 2019 Meet new colleagues and artists from the region and get inspired by New England's performing arts leaders! The Idea Swap is NEFA’s annual event for New England-based nonprofit cultural organizations, arts presenters, and touring artists to network and share ideas for touring projects. Learn about new work from project presentations and get to know potential new partners through facilitated networking. Register

Photo credit: courtesy of Christal Brown

Attend Regional Dance 'New England Now' Info Sessions in Maine and Vermont

These events are an opportunity for dancemakers in the region to connect with one another and with NEFA. Come learn more about how to apply and participate in New England Now , a   Regional Dance Development Initiative   (RDDI) Lab in summer 2020 that aims to create greater resources, opportunities, and relationships for the community.

Pre-Lab Community Forum and Professional Development Workshop November 2, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Middlebury, VT Register by 10.28

Pre-Lab Forum and Maine Dance Community Discussion November 24, 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM Portland, ME Register by 11.18

Watch a Webinar about the new Public Art Learning Fund >

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November 12: NEW Public Art Learning Fund December 2: New England States Touring (NEST) Grant* Rolling Deadlines National Dance Project Travel Fund New England Presenter Travel Fund National Theater Project Presenter Travel Grant By Invitation Only October 21: Creative City Boston Full Project Proposal November 22: National Dance Project Presentation Grant Rolling: National Theater Project Presentation Grant

*NEFA implemented a new and improved application system for New England States Touring (NEST) Grant deadlines. Other programs' applications will upgrade over the course of the next year. Grant deadlines are at 11:59 PM ET. NEFA staff are available Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET.

Learn About Recently Awarded Grants NEFA recently awarded the following grants: National Dance Project Travel Fund National Theater Project Presentation Grant National Theater Project Presenter Travel Grant New England States Touring Grant

Read Recent News On the CreativeGround with... Toby MacNutt Seven CreativeGround Profiles We Love: October 2019 NEFA's Expeditions and NEST (New England States Touring) Programs to Merge October 2019 Jobs & Opportunities New Grant Supporting Professional Development for Public Artists

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