ARTIST SUBMISSIONS 〉
GUIDELINES 〉
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM CASA DUSE
ABOUT THE PERFORMANCE
• Access to the venue from 11 am to 11 pm.
• Front of House Staff (Host, Usher, Concessions).
• Support on setting up and closing up the space.
• Refreshments for the performance.
• Support on planning your experience at Casa Duse.
PROMOTION
• A dedicated newsletter to our audience (over 1500 recipients).
• A slide in our monthly announcement page.
• A dedicated post the week of the show.
• An event page online (e.g. Ticket Tailor).
• Links in our Linktree, social media account bios, and website.
FINANCES
• Artists get 50% of ticket sales
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ARTISTS
PRE-PRODUCTION
• Fill out your application form completely (see below) and send it at least four weeks prior to the requested date(s).
• We welcome a direct & transparent communication with the Casa Duse Team.
• Keep in touch with your primary contact and be on the lookout for any questions from our team.
• Discuss or request any technical or logistic issues with the Casa Duse team at least one week in advance of your event.
PERFORMANCE
Taking care of the space is a communal responsibility.
• Keep the space organized and help with the housekeeping.
• Show up early, prepared, and excited.
• Leave the space better than you found it.
WHAT YOU CAN DO TO SUPPORT YOUR SHOW
PROMOTION
• Plan ahead and build up your audience.
• Send personal emails to friends, family members, associates, and call boards.
• You’re welcome to create a social media account and invite our account to collaborate; tag us in your posts!
• Provide additional promotional material to enhance our promotional contributions.
• Instagram stories
• Quotes from audiences
• Pictures
THE PERFORMANCE
• Mingle with the crowd, engage with your audience and nourish community building, show them the space!
• Encourage people to donate and sign up for our newsletter (follow as many as possible on social media).
• Bring your own support team depending on the size of your production (a prior discussion with the Casa Duse Staff will be needed).
• Take pictures at the event and share them with us.
APPLY TO OUR PROGRAMMING 〉
Our event schedule is set for Thursdays and occasionally Fridays (depending on demand). Please check date availability before filling out the form below.