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Managing Lineups

Build and organise great lineups that keep your audience coming back.

Your Event Dashboard​

Each event has its own management page showing:

  • Confirmed performers
  • Pending invitations
  • Recent applications
  • Event details and timing

Building a Lineup​

Start with Headliners​

  • Book your main act first
  • Build supporting acts around them
  • Consider genre compatibility
  • Balance established and emerging talent

Timing Your Lineup​

Plan your evening flow:

  • Opening acts - build the energy
  • Peak time - your strongest performers
  • Closing - keep the energy right

Genre Mixing​

When booking multiple acts:

  • Complementary styles work best
  • Avoid jarring transitions
  • Consider your audience journey
  • Build momentum through the night

Managing Confirmed Artists​

Communication is Key​

Once booked, send performers:

  • Confirmed time slot
  • Technical requirements sheet
  • Venue contact for the day
  • Parking/load-in instructions

Handle Changes Professionally​

If you need to adjust:

  • Notify affected performers immediately
  • Explain the reasoning
  • Offer alternatives if possible
  • Maintain good relationships

Day of Event​

Preparation Checklist​

  • Confirm all performers day before
  • Share running order with team
  • Prepare artist areas
  • Test technical equipment
  • Brief your staff

Managing the Night​

  • Greet each performer on arrival
  • Show them facilities
  • Stick to the schedule
  • Handle issues calmly
  • Thank performers after their set

Building for Success​

Learn from Each Event​

  • Which combinations worked?
  • What did audiences respond to?
  • Any timing issues?
  • Technical problems to fix?

Develop Relationships​

  • Book successful acts again
  • Ask for recommendations
  • Build a reliable network
  • Support artists' growth

Questions about events? Check our FAQs or join our Discord community.