How it works
How it works
Performance
Once your show is booked, we’ll find a great venue and work on filling the room with an attentive audience. Want to see what other artists have done at Sofar shows? Check out some examples here.
Here’s what to expect:
Before your show:
Complete your profile
We’ll send you a link to access your Artist Dashboard, where we’ll ask for your profile and setup info so we have the right information to share with the day-of-show team and audience members.
Your set
You’ll have a 20-25 minute set to showcase your sound and style. Our team will book you in a venue that suits your performance needs, but most will work best with a stripped down setup.
A full listening room
Sofar audiences arrive ready to listen quietly and discover new artists. It’s the perfect place to try out new material or experiment with something different.
Any questions?
Our team is just an email away and will be in touch before the show. If you need to reach the other performers (say, to share equipment), we can help with that too.
During your show:
Getting set up
When you arrive, the day-of-show Crew will help with your gear and talk you through the night. Let the MC know if you want them to mention anything in particular when introducing you.
Merch
You’ll have a spot to sell merch, and you keep 100% of what you make—so make sure you mention it during your set! Any downtime is an opportunity to chat with fans, sell your wares and collect email list signups.
Your story
The audience is there to learn about you as well as listen to your music. If you’d like, feel free to share some of your story between songs.
Social media
Your set is a great time to mention your socials and upcoming shows. We’ll email everyone your social media links at the beginning of the show, so make sure your profile is up to date.
Make friends
Each show has three acts (with no headliners), usually of varied genres. With breaks in between each set, you’ll have plenty of time to connect with your fellow performers and the Sofar Crew.
After your show:
Payment
Compensation varies depending on the type of event. For Sofar-operated shows, payment is issued within 14 business days. For Curator shows, payment is determined by the organizer and will be confirmed before your show.
