May 17th, 2010
Performing arts organizations frequently engage performing artists travelling to the United States for multiple performances over a period of time. U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) is seeking comments on guidance it plans to offer to its staff when processing visa petitions in which there are gaps of time between performances. While the memo is generally supportive of the process we would like USCIS to use, arts organizations are encouraged to weigh in with statements explaining why efficient and reliable visa processing is essential to supporting international cultural exchange. Comments are due to USCIS by Monday, May 24, 2010. Click the here to learn more about the draft policy memo.
May 3rd, 2010
Establishing a Creative Alliance for organizations and individuals across all disciplines and sectors — for profit and nonprofit — was one of the top three recommendations of our city’s recently completed CreateAustin cultural planning process.
You can be a part of this exciting endeavor by joining as a Creative Alliance Founding Member now through December 31, 2010 — and have the benefit of being recognized on our office walls, and anywhere else that we can find to show you off, as having given your support during this critical transition period indefinitely.
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May 1st, 2010
Each year the Creative Alliance partner with University of Texas at Austin’s Department of Radio, Television and Film and the Austin Casting Alliance to host an area wide general audition that can showcase actor talent. This is a great opportunity for actors to have their work seen by major Central Texas producers, directors, and casting agents.
See our Blog for current information.
