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Upscale Third is a live-performance stop in Alexandria, Louisiana, while final capacity and age rules remain show-specific. Entertainment Lounge. Most shows take place on Friday and Saturday nights. The Upscale Third calendar is open to Blues, DJ, Jazz, R&B, and Soul. Upscale Third accepts booking inquiries by phone. Upscale Third’s production package is not confirmed, so PA, monitoring, backline, and staffing need direct agreement. Final timing and event-specific arrangements with Upscale Third need agreement before the show is announced. Show inquiries for Upscale Third are handled by its talent buyer function. Any remaining detail for Upscale Third should be treated as show-specific and confirmed before commitment.

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Kenneth
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(318) 613-1007

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Age policy
35+
Genres
Blues, DJ, Jazz, R&B, Soul
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Address
1016 3rd Street, 71303, United States
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