Manitoba Showcase 2024

4 Day Showcase & Conference

OCTOBER 24 – 27, 2024 | BRANDON, MANITOBA

4 DAYS | 32 ARTISTS | 150 DELEGATES

FEATURING THE BEST CANADIAN VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTISTS

Manitoba Showcase is an annual visual & performing arts conference that features some of the best Canadian artists, from a wide range of genres, for Manitoban presenters and galleries, connecting them with future opportunities and collaboration. The preeminent event of its kind in Manitoba, Showcase engages over 150 artists, presenters, agents, managers, and industry stakeholders to exchange ideas and develop and rekindle relationships. Find out more about the Manitoba Showcase and read our frequently asked questions here.

The preeminent event of its kind in Manitoba, Showcase engages over 150 artists, presenters, agents, managers, and industry stakeholders to exchange ideas and develop and rekindle relationships.

The conference will feature speakers, performances, panel discussions, real-life testimonials from artists and educators, parallel presentations, regional discussion groups, networking opportunities, Peer-to-peer and one-to-one career advice from specialist advisors, and other showcase artists.

If you have any questions/issues, reach us at

admin@mbartsnet.ca or 1.866.919.2787.

We look forward to seeing you!

Please note: 2024 brochure will be uploaded in Aug -Sep 2024.

  • 12 performing artist showcases
  • 6 RBC emerging performing artist showcases
  • 4 visual art exhibitions
  • 1 day pre-conference Artist PD
  • 6 professional development sessions
  • 11 networking events
  • 1 block booking meeting
  • 1 sharing circle

Make sure to share your experience during the Conference using the hashtag #MBSHOWCASE24 by tagging us.

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Our Members

One-on-one career advice from industry professionals

Meet the Facilitators

We will hold a series of professional development workshops where we examine trends and issues in self-representation, art, digital marketing, and career development.
benefit of membership

Get a valuable inside perspective on today’s Canadian landscape from the professional development series

Attend The Workshops

These offerings are meant to help local arts organizations and artists by increasing skills, insight, and capacity through hands-on knowledge and resource sharing. Discover what’s transferable in your organization, community, or region.

Our Members

Connecting artists with opportunities in rural Manitoba

Meet the Showcase Artists

Showcasing artists receive bookings from our members based on interest gathered from Showcase. They can also receive future bookings beyond the next touring season. The rural Manitoba touring market is valued at an estimated $300,000 per year.

A presenter attends the conference to gain access to artists in various disciplines to fit their programming needs and budget — and to begin booking their upcoming season. Artists will be announced in August 2023.

Our Members
Our Members

Spark innovative ideas and gain insights from industry leaders, mentors & experts

Book a 20-minute time slot with:

TBA

*Note: Registration is required as we cannot guarantee you will be able to participate in the session if you show up on the day.

Art Gallery

Find the perfect handmade gift item made by local artisans and crafters

Artisan Market & Gift Shop

Thursday
TBA | 6-7 PM
Location: TBA

Locally crafted and created. The Artisan Market is a space for local vendors and business owners to provide access to unique offerings to our Showcase attendees.

Art Gallery

Get recommended to curators, exhibitors & buyers

Premier Destination for Meeting & Networking

View MAN’s Touring Exhibitions that will be presented at Showcase. The Manitoba Arts Network sends high-quality exhibitions to rural communities across the province. The Arts Network covers all expenses such as shipping, insurance, packing and crating, signage, didactic labels, and artist fees for a one-month member booking fee of $150 and $200 for non-members.

MEMBERS

Regular price

$225 CDN
PER PERSON

*4 Meals included

NON-MEMBERS

Regular price

$275 CDN
PER PERSON

*4 Meals included

SHOWCASE ARTISTS

Regular price

$225 CDN
PER PERSON

*4 Meals not included

Don’t wait. Reserve your spot today.

We are now accepting Manitoba Showcase 2023 Travel Subsidy Applications

This application is for those wishing to attend Manitoba Showcase. (Application Deadline: September 28)

If you need assistance, contact Sarah Brereton at admin@mbartsnet.ca.

*Travel Subsidy available for Manitoba presenters