PANDA Producers Consortium
Addressing the need for multi-skilled and adaptable producers in the performing arts, PANDA provides training, mentoring and practical experience to emerging producers.
The PANDA Producers Consortium aims to extend PANDA’s delivery of professional development and support within the independent performing arts sector, by using their shared expertise to meet the varying needs of artists and maximise value for money.
Background
The PANDA Producers Consortium grew out of a Trainee Producer scheme that PANDA piloted early 2007. Five producers, all of whom were already working in the arts in various roles, were invited to take part in the scheme to provide creative and administrative support to PANDA's Incubated Companies. All five producers worked on shows for PANDA's biannual showcase of emerging local talent: PANDA-monium, a Manchester First’s commission from Manchester International Festival.
'The Rehearsal' by Pigeon Theatre at PANDA-monium. Photo by Stacey Potter.
On review of the training scheme, all five producers had gained a great deal of experience and insight into the profession and expressed a desire to continue developing their skills and working within the field. Having identified a real need in the sector for producers, PANDA sought ways to continue to help develop young and emerging producers and over the course of evaluating the pilot project agreed to support the proposal, issued by the trainee producers, to set up a North West consortium.
Aims of the Consortium
- To provide a resource which allows clients to source producers in the North West online.
- To standardise a producing toolkit and develop a trusted brand for clients.
- To share experiences, resources and professional techniques.
- To build shared networks.
- To work collaboratively on projects when required; to produce a biannual festival.
What We Do
PANDA Producers Consortium offers a number of services to performers and companies including, but not limited to:
Administration
- On- and off-site PA services
- The design and maintenance of administrative systems
- Fundraising and development
- Budget design and bookkeeping
Creative Development
- Curatorial advice and casting
- Dramaturgy
- Critical feedback
Public Relations and Marketing
- Promotion and advocacy
- Copywriting
- Poster and flyer design
- Event management
Touring
- Tour booking
- Contract negotiation
Other Services
- Team manager
- Hiring
- Project Evaluation
- Documentation
- Health and Safety and risk assessments
See details of the Current Projects being produced by the PANDA Producers Consortium.