Jacks Backstage brings live music to Ruidoso, New Mexico with an All Ages door policy. They host open mic on Tuesday nights and shows on Fridays and Saturdays. Age requirement can vary. Artists working in All Genres fit Jacks Backstage’s stated range. Jacks Backstage accepts booking inquiries by phone. The available PA and production support at Jacks Backstage are not confirmed; settle those requirements before accepting the date. A pitch to Jacks Backstage should focus on musical fit, available dates, and the practical shape of the proposed show. Show inquiries for Jacks Backstage are handled by its talent buyer function.
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Downshift Brewing Company (Hidden Tap) is a 100-capacity, All Ages room in Ruidoso, New Mexico. Downshift Brewing Co's Hidden Tap brewpub features craft beer, along with New Mexico wine & spirits. They host open mic on Thursday nights and shows on Friday and Saturday nights. Musically, Downshift Brewing Company (Hidden Tap) accommodates All Genres. Downshift Brewing Company (Hidden Tap) accepts booking inquiries by email. Artists need to confirm Downshift Brewing Company (Hidden Tap)’s sound system, monitoring, available backline, and technical staffing. A pitch to Downshift Brewing Company (Hidden Tap) should focus on musical fit, available dates, and the practical shape of the proposed show.
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- Talent Buyer
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- Capacity
- 100
- Age policy
- All Ages
- Genres
- All Genres
- Sound & production
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- Address
- 2408 Sudderth Drive # B, 88345, United States
- Venue phone
- (575) 257-5300
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