# Event Details

- **Event Name**: How To Get Gigs - Workshop
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm
- **Event Description**: “HOW TO GET GIGS?”

Want to start performing more often but not sure where to begin?
Join local musician, booking agent and Manella Productions director Andre Manella for a practical workshop designed to help Taranaki musicians get out there and start gigging.

Over two hours, we'll cover:
? How to put together an engaging live set
? Finding the right venues and events for your style of music
? How to approach venues, festivals and booking agents
? Creating professional photos, videos and promotional material
? Essential live performance equipment
? What to expect at different types of gigs
? Local Taranaki gig opportunities

We're also excited to welcome special guest speaker Sharina Parsottam from the TSB Festival of Lights, who will share valuable insights into what festival organisers look for and how to submit a strong performer application.

Whether you're preparing for your first gig or looking to perform more regularly, this workshop will provide practical advice, local knowledge and real-world experience from people working in the industry.

? Saturday 8th August
? 2:00pm – 4:00pm
? Toi Foundation Community Rooms, Gill Street, New Plymouth
? $10 per person

Suitable for solo artists, bands, singer-songwriters and performers of all experience levels. Spaces are limited, so book your seat now and take the next step towards getting more gigs.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-plymouth/how-to-get-gigs-workshop/200030259951431
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, music, workshops, festivals, performances, art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 11

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: New Plymouth
- **state**: TK
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: Toi Foundation
- **lat**: -39.05441
- **long**: 174.08143
- **full address**: Toi Foundation, 121 Gill Street ,New Plymouth, New Zealand

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is How To Get Gigs - Workshop being held?
  - **A:** How To Get Gigs - Workshop takes place on Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Toi Foundation, 121 Gill Street ,New Plymouth, New Zealand.
- **Q**: Who is organizing How To Get Gigs - Workshop?
  - **A:** How To Get Gigs - Workshop is organized by Taranaki Singer Songwriters.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** How To Get Gigs - Workshop is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New Plymouth, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If How To Get Gigs - Workshop sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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