MEMBERSHIP

NEXT STAGE – SUMMER WORKSHOP SERIES

FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC – ALL AGES 

SUBJECT: Public Relations/Marketing training for Emerging Artists

WHEN: May 5th 2016, 6-8p

WHERE: Fremont Abbey, Great Hall

WHO: PR Wizard, Barbara Mitchell

Abbey Arts’ young artist program, NEXT STAGE is currently accepting applications (closing July 15th) from artists ages 18-24 for our Fall 2016 session.

During our open application period we are hosting a monthly workshop series to provide some free business learning opportunities for young artists and introduce attendees to our program. These workshops are free and open to the public. Topics will include, PR training and marketing, grant writing, creative development and more. For further details and application information visit: http://fremontabbey.org/next/

“Armed only with a Sharpie and a sharp wit, Barbara Mitchell has survived more than 24 years (and even more job titles) in the ever-shifting sands of the music business.  It’s a journey that started in the publicity department of venerable indie labels (Slash, Triple X) in LA and quickly led to a career-expanding move to Seattle that incorporated independent PR for clients like Death Cab for Cutie and Rickie Lee Jones, the resuscitation and management of The Posies, and the creation of a short-lived label/launching pad for Mudhoney guitarist Steve Turner’s incarnation as a skate-folk troubadour.  A brief foray into Portland provided four years’ worth of experience as a music writer, the opportunity to live part-time in Melbourne, and a renewed love affair with the Emerald City.  She has overseen public relations and special opportunities for One Reel/Bumbershoot and is currently operating as an independent agent aiding in strategic PR and management projects.”