PAC Con is an annual gathering for performing arts groups to learn, share, and build community. Hosted by Platt House and the PAC Shop in collaboration with campus partners, our seventh annual conference offers an array of workshops, trainings, and mixers intended to support the Performing Arts Council and Independent performing arts clubs at the University of Pennsylvania.
OUR PARTNERS
Date & Time
Thursday, September 26 - Saturday, October 26, 2024
LocationS
WXPN, 3025 Walnut Street
Rec Philly, 901 Market Street
Zoom (Links will be emailed to registrants)
OCTOBER: CAREER AND COMMUNITY
THURSday, 10/17
4:00 pm
TOUR AND TALK WITH WXPN 📻 (WXPN, 3025
Walnut St.)
Walnut St.)
Learn about opportunities for students at WXPN and get advice about the music business! We’ll run through all the information needed to put on a production – from where you start to how you end, and all the forms in between! Register at https://forms.gle/DJecHgbcKP5uqpm78
THURSDAY, 10/24
6:00 pm
TIME MANAGEMENT AND LIFE IN THE PERFORMING ARTS ⌚ (Platt House)
Penn has an large and vibrant student-led performing arts community, with numerous opportunities. How do students balance it all with the rigor of academics at Penn? Join us to learn more and discuss strategies for success!
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. CHECK BACK FOR AN UPDATED SCHEDULE!
FRIDAY, 10/25
12:00 PM
SACHS PROGRAM STUDENT GRANTS INFO SESSION 💸 (Zoom)
Throughout the fall of 2024, The Sachs Program for Arts Innovation will host information sessions to review our 2025 grant opportunities. We encourage all interested applicants to attend for a chance to learn about each opportunity in discussion with Sachs Program staff.
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. CHECK BACK FOR AN UPDATED SCHEDULE!
SATURDAY, 10/26
12:00 PM
THE INSIDE HUSTLE 🎙️ (Rec Philly, 901 Market St.)
At this music industry panel and networking event, meet industry professionals for advice on how to enter and build your music career!
6:30 PM
FAMILY PERFORMING ARTS NIGHT ✨️ (Irvine Auditorium)
Hosted by Penn’s Performing Arts Council (PAC), Family Performing Arts Night (or FamPAN) serves up a sampling of performances from Dischord, Pan-Asian Dance Troupe, Penn Chinese Dance Club, Enchord, K-Beats, Penn Lions, Quaker Notes, The Menagerie, and Penny Loafers. Join us to watch family and friends take the stage for this favorite annual showcase! Reserve tickets at platthouse.universitylife.upenn.edu/family-weekend.
PAST sessions:
SEPTEMBER 2024
PRE-PROD FORM REVIEW
SCENIC PAINTING & FAUX FINISHING
INTRO TO PENN LIVE ARTS AND IGT
SAW AND ORDER
BOX OFFICE TRAINING
LIGHT BOARD TRAININGS
SHOP HOURS, LOAD-INS, AND STRIKES (OH MY!)
BEYOND THE BOX: PERIAKTOI, SOFT GOODS, AND CUT-OUTS
Missed these sessions? Visit platthouse.universitylife.upenn.edu/pac-con or email us to find slides and recordings!
STAY TUNED FOR MORE WORKSHOPS COMING IN NOVEMBER!
community and wellness
ACCESSIBLE SHOWS
FACILITATED SUPPORT
PAC CHAIR CHAT
INDEPENDENT GROUPS SUMMIT
ARTISTRY
FIGHT CHOREO WORKSHO
LIGHTING FOR DANCE
UHAULS AND YOU
ELEMENTS OF PRODUCTION DESIGN
