Hamden, CT

Best Video Film & Cultural Center

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Best Video Film & Cultural Center brings live music to Hamden, Connecticut with an All Ages door policy. Best Video Performance Space was launched in June, 2011 as a venue for music, film screenings, literary readings, wine tastings and more. From the beginning, the Performance Space has pursued an eclectic booking policy, showcasing acts ranging from classical (Haven String Quartet) to jazz (Bassology) to folk (Robert Messore) to rock and punk rock. Artists working in All Genres fit Best Video Film & Cultural Center’s stated range. Best Video Film & Cultural Center accepts booking inquiries by email. Best Video Film & Cultural Center has a house sound system; artists should confirm inputs, monitoring, and engineer requirements. A pitch to Best Video Film & Cultural Center should focus on musical fit, available dates, and the practical shape of the proposed show.

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Julie
Role
Talent Buyer

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Age policy
All Ages
Genres
All Genres
Sound & production
House sound system
Address
1842 Whitney Avenue, 06517, United States
Venue phone
(203) 287-9286

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