Palo Alto, CA

Meyhouse

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In Palo Alto, California, Meyhouse accommodates about 50 people under a 21+ policy. An elevated Turkish meyhane-style experience. They host live Jazz on Friday and Saturday nights. Meyhouse programs Jazz. Meyhouse accepts booking inquiries by email. Sound and stage provisions at Meyhouse remain show-specific and should be advanced before travel is locked. Meyhouse’s 60 capacity detail should be factored into the stage and audience plan. Final timing and event-specific arrangements with Meyhouse need agreement before the show is announced. Show inquiries for Meyhouse are handled by its talent buyer function. Any remaining detail for Meyhouse should be treated as show-specific and confirmed before commitment.

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Sam
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Talent Buyer

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shale@sfjazz.org

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Capacity
50
Capacity notes
- 60
Age policy
21+
Genres
Jazz
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Address
640 Emerson Street, 94301, United States
Venue phone
(650) 521-0935

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