Panel Series

Join us for insightful discussions that celebrate diversity in the performing arts community.

As a result of our unique programming and venues, the CAAPA Panel Series audiences are full of color, progressive, current, refreshing, and youthful. Your donations help pay for venue fees, special guest travel and accommodations, event publicity, and more.

Support This Series

Illustration of the text "PANEL Series" with "PANEL" in bold uppercase with striped design and "Series" in cursive font.

A panel discussion with three women and one man seated on stage, with an audience watching. The man is holding a microphone, and the panelists are engaged in conversation.

Three individuals seated at a panel table with microphones, water bottles, and nameplates in front of them. The man in the middle is speaking, wearing a white floral shirt. The woman on the left has brown hair and is wearing a green top, while the wo

A panel discussion at an event organized by the Coalition for African Americans in the Performing Arts, with a woman speaking to an audience and four panelists seated at a table on stage.

Four people sitting on stage engaging in a discussion, with one woman holding a microphone, and a large poster on the right side featuring images of various performers and text about an organization supporting performing arts and education.

Three panelists sitting at a table with microphones during a discussion or panel event, with name tags reading Jenny Bilfield, Damien Sneed, and Nevilla Ottley. There are water bottles on the table and a dark stage backdrop.

Two women sit next to each other in a room with white brick walls. One woman with gray hair and glasses is wearing a reddish vest and tan pants, resting her chin on her hand. The other woman with brown hair is speaking into a microphone, holding a ph

Four diverse people sitting at a long table on a stage, laughing and speaking into microphones, with an audience in front of them and a piano in the background.

Three people on stage speaking at an event, with an audience listening. One woman in the middle is holding a microphone, wearing glasses and a brown and white patterned coat. To her left, a woman in a reddish-brown coat and leopard print shoes, and t

Two women sitting on stage, one holding a microphone and speaking, the other listening attentively, with a black curtain behind them.

Panel discussion with four people at a table with black tablecloth and microphones. The panel has name cards reading Jenny Bilfield, Damien Sneed, and Nevilla Ottley.

An elderly man playing a drum and singing, sitting on a chair. An elderly woman with gray curly hair, wearing glasses and a colorful blazer, sits with her arms crossed, listening intently. Both are seated in a room with a white brick wall and wooden

A panel discussion with four people on stage, including a woman speaking into a microphone, a woman with curly hair, a man in a patterned jacket, and an older man in traditional African attire with a drum, in front of a large banner promoting African

Group of ten diverse people standing in a line indoors, smiling at the camera, with a drum and a poster featuring photos of African American performers and events in the background.

★★★★★

Audience Reviews

"CAAPA has a major impact on the community, bringing color to the classics, allowing audiences access to a variety of visual and performing arts."

— Kathi Muhammad
"I've met some wonderful people and participated in activities such as yoga, choral group, zumba, the theater, and much more."

— Veronica Plater
"Outstanding program that provides activities stimulating education and growth in health, cognition, movement, music, and social skills."

— Jo Ann Edelin
"CAAPA provides the opportunity to enjoy quality performances at affordable prices."

— Helane Miller
"Great program, with exposure to the arts that I may have not been a part of before. Thank you"

— Sandra Hall
"Nice place for 60+ center. Good place to make friends. Very welcoming and focused on personal development."

— Marie Vyas
"An incredible non-profit organization serving everyone from kids to seniors, general audiences to master artists."

— Tony Howell
"Great facility for weddings, family reunions, birthday parties, and more. Great location. Plenty parking."

— Katie Sheppard
"A fantastic experience."

— Constance Moore
"High Quality Entertainment"

— Sylvia Beverly
"Absolutely one of the best African American Charities that supports artists"

— Lawrence Ford
"The presentation on safe travel tips was informative and helpful. I purchased several items mentioned and felt safer using them."

— Betty Marshall

Top Questions

Program Audience: Artists, educators, students, and classical music enthusiasts

Series Coordinator: TBA

Our panels address diverse topics including career development in classical music, breaking barriers for artists of color, innovative arts education, industry trends, and the evolving landscape of performing arts.
We feature industry leaders, successful artists, educators, arts administrators, and innovators who bring diverse perspectives and valuable experience to our discussions.
Click "Register Now" for specific panels above, or join our updates list to receive notifications about upcoming discussions and registration opportunities.
Most panel events are free, though registration may be required. We believe important conversations about the arts should be accessible to everyone.
Absolutely! We welcome suggestions from our community about relevant topics and potential panelists who would enrich our discussions.
Contact us for information about virtual participation options for specific panels. We strive to make our discussions accessible to diverse audiences.
Consider making a donation to support our Panel Series. Your contribution helps cover venue fees, special guest travel, accommodations, and event publicity.
Yes! We welcome partnerships with organizations interested in hosting or sponsoring panel discussions that align with our mission and serve our community.

PAST PANELS