# Event Details - **Event Name**: Backstage Pass: Half-Day Professional Development + Networking Event - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 26 Aug, 2026 at 02:30 pm – Wed, 26 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: This is a half-day professional development and networking experience designed for performing arts professionals.About this EventJoin the Ohio Arts Professionals Network as we host our most informative Backstage Pass: Networking Event to date! This half-day professional development, happy hour, and networking experience is designed for presenters, performing artists, and industry professionals. This event combines practical learning and in-person collaboration—all in one afternoon.Schedule2:30 PM – Check-In3:00–4:00 PM – Professional Development Session w/ Heather Clow4:00–5:00 PM – Presenter Roundtable + Q&A5:00–6:00 PM – Happy Hour NetworkingSession Topic:Small Room, Big Impact: Building a Boutique Concert Series from the Ground Up hosted by Heather Clow (Executive Director, Marathon Center for the Performing Arts)What happens when you step away from the main stage and invite your audience into something smaller, closer, and more personal? In this session, learn how Marathon Center for the Performing Arts developed Live @ Armes, a club-style, intimate concert series held in a secondary venue space, from a creative experiment into a fan-favorite subscription series featuring emerging and established artists spanning folk, bluegrass, indie soul, country blues, and roots music from around the world.We'll walk through the full journey: identifying and programming the right space, building a curatorial identity, keeping ticket prices accessible, landing artists that punch above your budget, and the patience it takes to grow a loyal audience from scratch. From early nights with empty seats to sold-out shows and season subscriptions, this session offers a candid and practical look at what it really takes to build an intimate series that complements and strengthens your mainstage programming.📍Davidson Theatre, Riffe Center, CAPA, Studio 2 Black Box Theatre✨ FREE for OAPN Members✨ $50 non-member ticket OR Join OAPN today and attend for free🥂 Light hors d’oeuvres + cash bar👔 Business casual attire-----------------------------------------------Backstage Pass is your invitation to network, socialize, and build relationships with fellow arts professionals—from touring artists to presenters and peers working across the industry. Network with others, learn best business practices, and get connected to the scene. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/columbus/backstage-pass-half-day-professional-development-networking-event/100001987703789542 - **Event Categories**: art, entertainment, performances, concerts, sports, music, theatre, marathons, it, country-music-festivals - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 21+ - Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes - Location: DAVIDSON THEATRE AT THE RIFFE CENTER THEATRES - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 55.2, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Columbus - **state**: OH - **country**: United States - **location**: DAVIDSON THEATRE AT THE RIFFE CENTER THEATRES - **lat**: 39.9606364 - **long**: -83.00096909999999 - **full address**: DAVIDSON THEATRE AT THE RIFFE CENTER THEATRES, 77 South High Street, Columbus, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Backstage Pass: Half-Day Professional Development + Networking Event - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/c33581a65d83c5de424f011bb06e78ca5db765ef177a49b681bd9c46c74d2e8c-rimg-w1200-h800-dc310e18-gmir.jpg?v=1776654613 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Backstage Pass: Half-Day Professional Development + Networking Event being held? - **A:** Backstage Pass: Half-Day Professional Development + Networking Event takes place on Wed, 26 Aug, 2026 at 02:30 pm to Wed, 26 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm at DAVIDSON THEATRE AT THE RIFFE CENTER THEATRES, 77 South High Street, Columbus, United States. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Backstage Pass: Half-Day Professional Development + Networking Event? - **A:** Backstage Pass: Half-Day Professional Development + Networking Event is strictly for guests aged 21 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 21 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing Backstage Pass: Half-Day Professional Development + Networking Event? - **A:** Backstage Pass: Half-Day Professional Development + Networking Event is organized by Ohio Arts Professionals Network. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Backstage Pass: Half-Day Professional Development + Networking Event is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Columbus, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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