Performing Arts Administration Training
Gain expertise in performing arts administration by organizing a complete festival, covering budgeting, ticketing, marketing, staffing, and risk management. Develop practical skills to deliver sustainable, audience-expanding arts events in mid-sized cities anywhere. This hands-on course equips you with tools for real-world success in festival planning and execution.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Performing Arts Administration Training provides hands-on tools to organize and manage a thriving festival within a practical budget. Master building detailed financial plans, creating streamlined schedules, overseeing venues, staff, and volunteers, plus managing contracts, safety, and risks. Craft targeted marketing, partnerships, and audience plans suited to a mid-sized city, complete with timelines from initial idea through post-event evaluation.
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Develop skills
- Festival budgeting: Create practical $40K arts budgets with solid revenue strategies.
- Production logistics: Manage 3-day festivals using efficient tech, venue, and front-of-house processes.
- Audience growth: Develop campaigns to draw 18–35-year-olds on tight arts marketing funds.
- Funding strategy: Schedule grants, sponsorships, and tickets for quick successes.
- Risk and HR basics: Manage contracts, safety, staff, and volunteers confidently.
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