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How to... Perform Live/DJ
Performing: Getting PAs
01 Introduction
Finding the best place for your PA is going to take a bit of work.

Getting PAs
"We have a promoter who books the bigger acts and I deal with the local artists. The promoter tells us who's playing and I book local artists to support them."
James Baker
Venue Manager

It's not always obvious who to call and you need to make sure the venue is right for you.

Read on for:
Finding a venue
Who to talk to
Why you need to check the dress code
Checking who is doing the marketing
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