Long Term Investment Plan ~ Concerts
 

Its always been my dream to organise a concert so...

Basically, a few weeks ago, i was sitting over a cup of coffee and musing about something interesting, yet profitable to do.

It slowly dawned upon me, that as i had many contacts in and around the music industry, it would be an excellent idea to organise a concert, locally.

However, firstly, i needed to gain some information about the venue;

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Under 14s are allowed in with adults but they aren't allowed in the bar, with door staff included. Capacity of 250 but they can help out with lighting and pa there which would obviously increase the hiring cost which is £200.

So basically, a core cost of £200.

VENUE DETAILS
CAPACITY – 250 Standing
CURFEWS – Soundchecks: Noise Curfew until 4.30pm Mon – Fri
Show: Strict 11pm curfew
STAGE DETAILS
Stage – Seven steeldeck units of 8ft x 4ft - see above:
Clearance – 9ft
LOADING AND PARKING DETAILS
ACCESS TO LOADING BAY
Pull up at front of building (on Queens Road) and reverse down side alley to loading bay ramp.
ACCESS TO STAGE
Ramp to loading bay on ground floor, service lift to venue on first floor.
PARKING
Available for 60ft artic, sleeper bus and two transits. Must be booked in advance and venue must be notified of arrival and departure times in advance. On arrival the truck needs to reverse off Queens Road into the carpark and level with the loading bay before the coach parks. Before doors open the truck will have to move forward – clear of the fire exits.
LANDLINE
Two available in the carpark.
CASE STORAGE
Small room opposite service lift.
IN HOUSE FACILITES
DRESSING ROOMS
Two available on second floor.
SECURITY
In House
AIR CONDITIONING
Extractor Fans in Venue
MERCHANDISING
In corridor just outside venue or back of the room – no charge.
LAUNDRETTE
Available on 6th floor until 10pm
PA SPEC
4.5Kw THUNDER RIDGE XP FRONT OF HOUSE SPEAKERS
2.4Kw into 6 WEDGES, 4 MONITOR MIXES FROM FRONT OF HOUSE
DRUM FILL
24 CHANNEL SPIRIT 8 DESK, 35M MULTICORE
20 x MICS and STANDS
7 x DI BOXES
8 GATES, 8 COMPRESSORS, REVERB, DIGITAL DELAY LINE
BACKLINE POWER SYSTEM
16 off 300w LIGHTS ON TWO STANDS WITH LIGHTING DESK
CD PLAYER FOR BACKGOUND MUSIC
1 ENGINEER
1 CREW
ELECTRICAL SPEC
STAGE POWER
INSTALLED ON BACK WALL STAGE LEFT
SOCKET 1
240V 32A BS 4343 ( CEEFORM ) SOCKET
INTERLOCKED SWITCHING
30mA RCCD
SOCKET 2
240V 32A BS 4343 ( CEEFORM ) SOCKET
INTERLOCKED SWITCHING
30mA RCCD
GENERAL POWER
INSTALLED ON BACK WALL EQUALLY SPACED AT LOW LEVEL
30A RING MAIN TO 4 TWIN 13A BS 1363 SOCKETS WITH LOCAL 30mA RCCD
PROTECTION
ADDITIONAL POWER
INSTALLED ON SIDE WALL & END WALL OPPOSITE BAR EQUALLY SPACED AT
LOW LEVEL
30A RING MAIN TO 5 TWIN 13A BS 1363 SOCKETS WITH LOCAL 30mA RCCD
PROTECTION
FIRE DETECTION
RATE OF RISE HEAT DETECTORS CONNECTED TO BUILDING SYSTEM
FIRE WARNING
95dB SWEEP SOUNDERS CONNECTED TO BUILDING SYSTEM
EMERGENCY LIGHTING
MAINTAINED & NON – MAINTAINED UNITS CONNECTED TO BUILDING SYSTEM
HOUSE LIGHTING
TYPE 1 - 60w CEILING SPOTS
TYPE 2 - FLUSH FLOURESCENT FITTINGS ( 2 TUBE 65w )
CONTROLLED BY BAR STAFF

Venue Details above

Obviously, if it is successful, it can be held again, and then moved up to a larger venue.

I have been in talks with several music firms / companies, including Xtaster, who may be interested in sponsership at a later date.

Basically, i am looking for long term investors, to strike up a partnership with (up to 3 people), so that i can make this happen. These people would need to be ready to put in some capital, for a reasonably long term investment, thus, the return will NOT be immediate, however, the return is likely to get large, reasonably quickly.

I ask only for trustworthy people, who are looking to invest in a venture that although is extremely likely to succeed (with backing from companies etc.), has the slightest chance of failure, however, I will go through each detail, along the way, step-by-step.

Thanks, and hope there are some people out there willing :)

Tom

P.S. Feel free to ask any questions / voice any concerns

Looks like ya got a gameplan which is always a good start, good luck :cool:

Originally Posted by ReliableHosters.com

Looks like ya got a gameplan which is always a good start, good luck :cool:

Thanks for the support.

Yep, its all pretty much organised, and ready to be put into effect :)

A good business plan is half the battle already won. :)

Good luck!

Originally Posted by WealthStream

A good business plan is half the battle already won. :) Good luck!

Precisely, if the plan is sorted, all you need to do is then execute it.

Reduces the potential risk for mishaps (eg. unplanned expenses)

pm sent

Been in contact, agreed upon it all. good to be working with you.

Got my main investor now :)

Feel free to PM me though, as i may have openings in future, as it gets bigger :D

It was only a matter of time before we saw a concert from you!

Sabre, just a quick thought from a guy who ran shows for about 5 years "a while back" - you focus on the venue. You should be focussing on the act, and the advertising.

People dont decide where to go based on the venue. they go based on what they want to see/hear.

Can't get any good bands that people will pay for? Hold a battle of the bands. Everyone will come to see their friends.

Just some quick thoughts.

BP

Originally Posted by BillyParadise

Sabre, just a quick thought from a guy who ran shows for about 5 years "a while back" - you focus on the venue. You should be focussing on the act, and the advertising. People dont decide where to go based on the venue. they go based on what they want to see/hear. Can't get any good bands that people will pay for? Hold a battle of the bands. Everyone will come to see their friends. Just some quick thoughts. BP

Billy;

For one, I AM holding a Battle Of The Bands :)

Secondly, I feel that thorough research is essential in EVERY area of the process... one small overlook, could mean everything falls flat on its face...

ooh ooh can I get advertising lol? like you get a band to say it or something?

Originally Posted by Sabre

Originally Posted by BillyParadise Sabre, just a quick thought from a guy who ran shows for about 5 years "a while back" - you focus on the venue. You should be focussing on the act, and the advertising. People dont decide where to go based on the venue. they go based on what they want to see/hear. Can't get any good bands that people will pay for? Hold a battle of the bands. Everyone will come to see their friends. Just some quick thoughts. BP Billy; For one, I AM holding a Battle Of The Bands :) Secondly, I feel that thorough research is essential in EVERY area of the process... one small overlook, could mean everything falls flat on its face...