In Denton, Texas, Bad Habits Music and Events accommodates about 110 people under an All Ages policy. Come for one, stay for too many. Live music • events • vibes" Most shows take place on Fridays and Saturdays though other days are possible. Bad Habits Music and Events programs All Genres. Bad Habits Music and Events accepts booking inquiries through the venue’s online form. At Bad Habits Music and Events, a house PA is provided. Final timing and event-specific arrangements with Bad Habits Music and Events need agreement before the show is announced. Show inquiries for Bad Habits Music and Events are handled by its talent buyer function.
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Patterson-Appleton Arts Center is independent nonprofit arts center operated by the Greater Denton Arts Council, with indoor and outdoor event spaces used for current multi-stage live-music programming.. Musically, Indie / rock / local bands / arts festival / mixed fit naturally with the programming here. For musicians, the open-air setting favors a polished, visually engaging set that can carry across a dispersed audience. Weather, outdoor sound, and festival-style pacing are part of the job. Patterson-Appleton Arts Center is best suited to performers that understand the room, adapt their dynamics to the audience, and approach the date as a specific venue fit rather than a generic booking. Overall, it offers musicians a distinct performance setting where the live show can become a meaningful part of the audience experience. A concise, well-paced set and professional transitions will help the performance feel complete. Strong audience awareness can make the difference between simply playing the room and truly connecting with it.
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- Talent Buyer
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brittni.geissler@dentonarts.comMain email
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- Age policy
- 21+
- Genres
- Indie, Rock
- Sound & production
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- Address
- 400 E Hickory St, Denton, TX 76201, United States
- Venue phone
- 940-382-2787
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