Springfield, MA

Western New England University

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Western New England University is based in Springfield, Massachusetts; its final room configuration should be confirmed for each show. Western New England University programs All Genres. Western New England University accepts booking inquiries through the venue’s online form. Sound and stage provisions at Western New England University remain show-specific and should be advanced before travel is locked. Final timing and event-specific arrangements with Western New England University need agreement before the show is announced. Show inquiries for Western New England University are handled by its talent buyer function. Any remaining detail for Western New England University should be treated as show-specific and confirmed before commitment.

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wnecab@gmail.com
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Age policy
All Ages
Genres
All Genres
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Address
1215 Wilbraham Road, 01119, United States
Venue phone
800.325.1122

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