How to Pitch: The Art of Selling Your Vision

Join us on Thursday April 2, 2:00pm ET for a session with Boomer Stacey and Jay Dodge Co-Artistic Director at Boca del Lupo, who will lead a session on how to pitch your project for touring and/or co-producing opportunities. 

Got a brilliant show idea, but unsure how to get theatres & investors onboard? 

In this session, you'll learn how to craft a compelling pitch that grabs attention, sells your production, and helps to secure interest for deeper conversations.

You'll walk away with the skills to structure a persuasive pitch, confidently present your work, and anticipate the questions decision-makers will ask. Whether you're an artist or producer, this session will give you the tools to help get your show on the road. Don't miss this chance to learn the secrets of a winning pitch. 

ABOUT THE SESSION LEADERS: 

Boomer Stacey:

Boomer is a mixed-blood settler/immigrant with roots extending to Cornwall (England), Sri Lanka, and Europe. Boomer is currently serving as the Interim Managing Director of PuSh Festival in Vancouver. Boomer also works or serves as a creative producer and events manager, consultant, board member, and curator with particular expertise in international performing arts for young audiences, including formerly working as the Executive Director of the Professional Association of Canadian Theatres (PACT).

Jay Dodge:

Jay Dodge is an inventor, creator and entrepreneur whose vision for theatre challenges conventional boundaries. Under his leadership, Boca del Lupo has earned multiple prestigious theatre awards and toured festivals internationally. He served as President of the Professional Association of Canadian Theatres, and co-founded PL1422 and Granville Island Theatre District.

This session is a perfect companion session for the Pitch-It-Party at PACTcon. 

Register by Wednesday April 1, end of day, to receive the Zoom link for this session. If you have any questions, email Program Associate Panthea at pantheav@pact.ca.