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Local nonprofit On Stage Now outlines programs to help West Valley musicians and artists
Summary
On Stage Now Entertainment presented its programs to the Surprise Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission, describing paid performance opportunities, an artist recording assistance program, a songwriter showcase, and an internship/mentorship pipeline tied to local colleges.
Stephanie Seippel, president and executive director of On Stage Now Entertainment, told the commission on March 3 that her Surprise‑based nonprofit works to “keep art and music alive” by helping new and struggling artists promote their work, secure paid performances and develop recording and promotional skills.
Seippel described four core programs: ticketed and community events that pay musicians and often partner with other nonprofits; a recording assistance program that sponsors one studio song per artist and offers coaching on production and release; a songwriter‑circle showcase for original music held at Arts HQ; and an internship program that provides hands‑on mixing, live‑sound and production experience.
“Keep art and music alive by helping new and struggling artists or entertainers promote their talents, find their way, and grow,” Seippel said, summarizing her organization’s mission.
On Stage Now partners with local recording studios and offers assisted studio sessions; Seippel said her group delivered seven studio recordings last year and aims to increase that to 12, and that recording costs they secure range from about $350–$400 for a finished track. The organization also staged a holiday food‑drive performance for the Valley View Community Food Bank and runs an annual Summer Heat fundraiser (held at Revel Lounge this year) that supports the recording assistance program.
Seippel said the nonprofit is building an intern pipeline with local colleges and training programs; she specifically named a partnership with a Mesa music‑engineering program (CRASP) that provides students with field hours. She also asked for volunteers and noted On Stage Now’s website, onstagenowaz.com, for artist contact and event registration.
Why it matters: The commission heard from a local nonprofit that is actively creating paid opportunities and production support for area musicians, which could increase artist exposure and local performance options in the West Valley.
What’s next: Seippel said On Stage Now will continue to expand recordings and internships and welcome commission members and residents at upcoming events, including a songwriter showcase and Live at Assante performances.
