The EventBuzz podcast

Thanks to the National Independent Venue Association (NIVA), 2021 has started off on a positive note for event promoters and entertainment venues with the passing of the Save Our Stages (SOS) Act.

The Thomas Edison Center at Menlo Park shares their current safety protocols in order to run fully escorted tours. Plus, creative ways they've transformed their protective barriers into artwork! 

Center for Higher Education Retention Excellence (CHERE) discusses their virtual conferences during COVID-19. Plus, advice for educators seeking ways to boost student engagement and a look into how the pandemic might affect higher education.

North Carolina's longest running Shakespeare festival, Montford Park Players, shares their experience with streaming live events during the pandemic. 

Best of Temecula, Wilson Creek Winery, gives advice on running a winery during COVID. Including safe tasting events, onsite dining, and virtual mixology classes. 

San Diego School of Creative and Performing Arts introduces their new platform and series for connecting artists online. In this episode, the school talks more about the purpose behind the new hub and how artists everywhere, not just their students, can benefit from it. 

In this episode, the head of the Santa Barbara High School Theater program explains how productions have continued online in the form of Radio Plays! Justin Baldridge also discusses his future plans for the department and reopening again for in-person performances. 

Audience Services Technician at Chabot College, Caroline Morrison-Pegg, shares how the school’s Performing Arts venue is restructuring all events during COVID. 

Brittany Noriega, Service Coordinator for the Arcadia Performing Arts Center, shares her tips on using Purplepass’ registration and software for virtual events, student orientations, fundraisers, and merchandise sales. 

This episode is all about virtual event planning for the Arts and Super Summer Theatre walks us through planning their first 100% online celebration and theater event.

Interview with MHAI training director, Justin Beattey, talking about his educational program and its transition to online - advice on hosting virtual educational events, workshops and trainings during COVID-19.

We had the chance to talk with event organizer for Little Italy San Diego, Sandi Cottrell, about their upcoming dining experiences and new food protocols during COVID. Get advice on following new safety protocols and tips for food handling during the pandemic.

Milad Imen, the event producer for The Afternoon Umbrella Friends, talks about their latest virtual events, his streaming setup and recommended equipment. Plus insights and advice for working with multiple performers onsite or in various locations.