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The Lark brings live music to Hastings, Nebraska with an All Ages door policy and room for roughly 250. They host a concert series called "The Listening Room" Thursday-Sunday nights. Artists working in Acoustic, Americana, Blues, Classical, Folk, Jazz, and Singer-Songwriter fit The Lark’s stated range. The Lark handles booking through the venue’s online form, and submissions should include a music link and preferred dates. The available PA and production support at The Lark are not confirmed; settle those requirements before accepting the date. Confirm The Lark’s show schedule and any unlisted deal terms before routing around the performance. The Lark’s stated song policy is all song types.

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250
Age policy
All Ages
Genres
Acoustic, Americana, Blues, Classical, Folk, Jazz, Singer-Songwriter
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Address
809 W. 2nd Street, 68901, United States
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(402) 469-5446
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