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Old 01-18-2019, 05:46 PM   #59505 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Exo View Post
We're doing an open mic night at the shop. Help me pagan gods.
I ran one for a year. I hated doing it after a few months, but I paid off my PA system.

Host duties may or may not include:
  • Make flyers with date/time/place as well as create FB event and invites
  • Show up early
  • Set up PA system
  • Set out sign up list
  • Go by order of sign ups (you get there late you go on late)
  • Be strict on the time limit (usually 10 minutes or so depending on participation)
  • Have a few jokes ready for in between performers
  • Thank each performer after their set/introduce the next one
  • Smile
  • Break down PA system
  • Collect cash

You'll get a lot of people wanting you to play favorites, add extra time, etc. Don't do it.

I may have left out things... it's been a while, but thats the way I ran it anyway. Good luck.
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