State of the Arts Series
Nov 20, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PMVirtual ConversationWith the Executive Director of Opening Nights, Kevin Maynard.
Mar 03, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PMVirtual ConversationExplore the intersection of passion and policy with Katie Miller, founding consultant of Michigan Maven Creative Associates. In this session on arts funding, advocacy, and awareness, learn how we can effectively make the case for the arts and strengthen our collective voice.
June - Date & Time TBAVirtual ConversationWith Rogerio Pinto, Professor/Artist at the University of Michigan School of Social Work
July - Date & Time TBAVirtual ConversationHow can we make the arts welcoming for everyone? This session explores accessibility in all forms—from physical spaces to sensory-friendly performances—and the small changes that make a big impact.
February - Date & Time TBAVirtual DiscussionA discussion with the creator of The Breaking Bread Village, Erin Patrice.
April - Date & Time TBAVirtual ConversationHow can we move beyond surface-level diversity to create truly inclusive environments and experiences—for artists, audiences, and staff?
December - Date & Time TBAVirtual Open Table DiscussionHow to Get Marketing Attention During the Holiday Season
August - Date & Time TBAVirtual ConversationThe Arts & Mental Health – What role do live performances play in emotional well-being?
May - Date & Time TBAVirtual ConversationAre audiences expecting more interactivity?
September - Date & Time TBAVirtual Open Table DiscussionOpen Table Discussion - What makes an in-person experience special? Will virtual performances replace or enhance live shows?
January - Date & Time TBAVirtual ConversationHow do we foster a love for live performance in new generations?
A new monthly series of discussions, panels, and open forums featuring industry leaders, artists, and advocates.
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Our Mission
Bringing Michigan Presenters, Agents, and Artists Together
The Michigan Presenters Network (Michigan Presenters), founded in 1991, is a statewide coalition of presenting organizations, artists, managers, agents, and others who are committed to the advancement and presentation of the performing arts. Michigan Presenters nurtures organizational leadership, professional development, and knowledge exchange in the performing arts.
Our Story
The Michigan Presenters Network (Michigan Presenters) was founded in
1991 as a statewide coalition of non-profit organizations committed to the advancement and presentation of the performing arts. Michigan Presenters nurtures organizational leadership, professional development,
and knowledge exchange in the performing arts.
Michigan Presenters is led by an all-volunteer board of arts professionals from across the state. We currently serve 29 non-profit performing arts presenters from all state regions, including the Upper Peninsula.
In late 2021, Michigan Presenters expanded its membership to include agents,
managers, and artists, reflecting the need for strong relationships and collaboration across the sector as we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Current Members
Meet the Board
Proud to be led by Michigan's up-and-coming arts administration professionals
Ella McAndrew, she/her
President
Flint Institute of Music (FIM)
Anna Rudnitsky, she/they
Past President
Washington Performing Arts
Kelleigh Tanton, she/her
Member at Large
Holland Civic Center
Kelly Stubile-Clark, she/her
Member at Large
Wharton Center for Performing Arts
Lilian Varner, she/her
Member at Large
University Musical Society (UMS)
Alexandra Myers, she/her
Secretary
Great Lakes Center for the Arts
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David Schroeder, he/him
Member at Large
Macomb Center for the Performing Arts
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Alex Woody, he/him
Member at Large
Midland Center for the Arts
Bryan Jao
Midland Center for the Arts
Michigan Presenters has always provided networking opportunities that have been key to keeping up on industry trends, booking opportunities, best practices and great friendships. It is an invaluable resource that makes the work that we do easier knowing that others share our passion as well as face similar challenges we all deal with on a daily basis.
William Wood
Macomb Center for the
Performing Arts
The organizations that belong to Michigan Presenters represent leading performing arts organizations of our state. By working together we are stronger than any of us can be individually. It is a great network for new ideas, programming and learning about innovations that are occurring in our field. Sometimes it is just nice to have someone that speaks our language that can be a resource.
Chad Lindsey
City Opera House
Michigan Presenters is an invaluable compass for navigating the waters of the non-profit arts presenting scene regionally. I couldn't have asked for a more centering, welcoming, and energizing force as I landed as a new arts administrator in Michigan, and the Network remains a great resource today!