Showcase Artist Information

ArtsMarket will provide the following to showcase artists:

Sound: A full FOH and monitor sound system will be provided for showcasing artists.  This will include FOH and monitor consoles with operators, monitor wedges, microphones, and cabling as needed.  This will be set up and operated in a “Festival Style”.

Lighting: One or two general static washes will be available. Please know that we will not be able to accommodate multiple lighting cues, spotlights, or specials.  We use the Carolina Theatre's House electrics plot and we will not be able to provide special focusing. 

Backline: A standard main stage backline package will be provided, including:  an acoustic drum kit on a riser, electric piano, synthesizer, two guitar amplifiers, and a bass amplifier/cabinet. This equipment is provided as a convenience to the artists and to assist in keeping showcases running smoothly and on time. Use of artist-provided drum kits will not be allowed. Showcases utilizing the drum kit will have a maximum of 15 minutes prior to their showcase to adjust the drums off-stage during other showcases. Specific models of equipment to be offered will be finalized and included in the contract/technical specification sent to presenting performers.  Showcasing Talent is expected to travel with their own instruments please.

Piano: A tuned 6’ or 7’ grand piano will be available for use during main stage showcases.

Soundcheck:  Please note that you should plan to be in the building at least 30 minutes prior to your scheduled soundcheck time, and 45 minutes prior to your showcase time to run a brief 15 minute soundcheck/stage setup and to review final needs with the Production Manager and technical staff.  Each soundcheck will be limited to a maximum of 15 minutes, no exceptions. All showcasing artists will be notified in advance of their load-in/soundcheck schedule.

Dressing Rooms:  We will have a staff member located at the Stage Door/Stage Left to check you in and provide your dressing room assignment. Please note that some dressing rooms are shared with other showcasing artists. Assignments have been made according to group size and the showcase schedule.

The ArtsMarket Production Manager will work closely with showcase artists to best meet their needs, but certain modifications may be necessary due to time constraints and production flow.  Only technical staff provided by ArtsMarket may operate equipment during the juried showcases, unless otherwise agreed upon in advance.