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Purchaser shall provide, at the purchaser's expense, the following:

1. Stage: The performance area should measure a minimum of 12' wide by 8' deep with a 10' floor to ceiling clearance (the higher the better). If performance area is a platform stage, make sure they are securely fastened together with stairs that are centered and facing the audience. The performance area should be smooth, level, clean, and free of visual obstructions. Seating should be 5' from the stage with an aisle down the middle. Please tape or rope off the back half of the seats to keep the audience close to the stage (the house manager will open up rows as the theater fills).



2. Sound System: A quality lavalier microphone and sound system capable of mixing 3 channels of voice and music. I will also need stage monitors, a corded microphone, CD player, a few different CDs (for before and after the show), and a sound technician if available.

   Channel 1: Lavier microphone.
   Channel 2: A corded microphone on a stand for the person that reads the introduction.
   Channel 3: A CD player for the show music and for music before and after the show.

3. Lighting: The existing room lighting is usually adequate. If available, please prepare a warm wash, total blackout, disco lighting, and a lighting technician. For the fire juggling (optional) please have a fire extinguisher in the room (the amount of smoke is minimal, but some smoke detectors are sensitive and should be shut off or accommodated for during the performance).



4. Show Requirements: Please provide a wooden bar stool, two small towels, two liters of water (room temperature), and snacks for the technicians/helpers.



5. Access: Please have the space and technicians available 90 minutes before show time to help load in and do sound and lighting checks.



6. Dressing Room: When available, please provide a private and secure room near the performance area. The room should have a mirror, table, chair, rack to hang clothes, and a bathroom nearby.



7. Transportation and Accommodations: Please provide transportation to and from the airport and hotel to the place of performance. Also, provide a quality hotel room (if there are options available, please choose the hotel with a fitness center, business center, and internet access). Lastly, provide one “healthy” meal or a $25 per diem for the artist on the day/evening of the performance.



8. Collateral Use: The show cannot be photographed, videotaped, or filmed without getting advanced permission from the artist. Please provide the artist with a copy of all advertisements, press, posters, handbills, marketing and reviews of the performance.




Purchaser: _____________________________

Date: ______________________