News - Canadian Association for the Performing Arts
Notes From the Road: A glimpse at Edinburgh Fringe
At CAPACOA, we help bring international opportunities to presenters and artists by participating in international engagements that build meaningful connections across the globe. In this issue of Notes From the Road, Kat McCormack, Artistic Director at Eastern Front Theatre + STAGES Theatre Festival,...Read More
Who’s Attending Live Performing Arts in 2026?
Six in ten Canadians attended at least one arts or culture performance or event in person in the past 12 months, according to the Arts and Heritage Access and Availability Survey.
Notes From the Road: A Final Look at MASA
In this issue of Notes From the Road, Gabrielle Martin, Artistic Director at PuSh International Performing Arts Festival, offers a glimpse into the Abidjan African Arts and Performance Market (MASA) and highlights the work of Faso Danse Théâtre and Serge Aimé Coulibaly.
A Place for Dance Performances in SOCAN’s Tariffs
CAPACOA and the Canadian Dance Assembly held a town hall on July 27th entitled Decision Point: A Place for Dance in SOCAN's Tariffs. Much was said during the town hall. And you can still have your say.
Notes From the Road: Exploring More of MASA
In this issue of Notes From the Road, Alfie Caxaj-Ruiz, Programming Assistant at Sunfest, offers a glimpse into the Abidjan African Arts and Performance Market (MASA) and highlights the work of Oumy N'Diaye.
Notes From the Road: Abidjan African Arts and Performance Market (MASA)
A CAPACOA delegate perspective on the Abidjan African Arts and Performance Market.
Attend APAX, Brisbane 2026: Calling Canadian Presenters & Artists
Expression of Interest Closing Date: June 30, 2026 Expressions of Interest are now open for Canadian presenters and artists to participate in the Canadian delegation attending APAX Australia, Brisbane 2026 (occuring September 7-11, 2026). The Australian Performing Arts Exchange is the national marke...Read More
Data Infrastructure for Humans and AI
After securing extended funding for the presenting sector in the last federal budget, CAPACOA’s advocacy efforts take on a new focus: the Artsdata knowledge graph.
3-for-1 Registration: Canadian Arts Marketing, Development and Ticketing Conference
CAPACOA members receive exclusive 3-for-1 registration and the lowest available pricing for the Canadian Arts Marketing, Development and Ticketing Conference, taking place July 14–15, 2026 at the 20 Toronto Street Conference Centre, presented by Arts Reach. This year’s conference theme, “New Ways Fo...Read More
Online Resource: WolfBrown’s Loyalty Labs Free for CAPACOA Members
Loyalty Labs is a facilitated learning community designed to help arts organizations in Canada and the U.S. strengthen customer loyalty through innovative marketing and programming strategies, offered for free to CAPACOA members.