Booking Policies
Dissonant Works is a multidisciplinary arts space with a strong emphasis on sound. We primarily present live music and sound-based performance, alongside film, moving image, poetry, and hybrid forms.
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We value the intimacy of the room and the exchange that happens between artist and audience. While the space is small, it is designed to be focused and impactful, creating conditions for deep listening, presence, and meaningful connection.
Booking Live Performances and Programs
We are most interested in booking:
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Local and touring musicians
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Sound artists and experimental performers
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Projects grounded in listening, sound, and process
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Solo and small ensemble performances
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Workshops, talks, listening sessions, and alternative programming
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Thoughtful or spatially engaged work
the space
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Our room generally seats up to 35 people, with flexibility depending on the format of the event.
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The space is intimate and designed for attentive listening and shared experience.
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We are open to considering artists and facilitators across genres and disciplines who are willing to work thoughtfully with the scale and character of the room.
Technical Capabilities
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Quadraphonic PA system
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Microphones and mic stands
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HDMI projector and screen
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Basic production support
Artist compensation
For curated performances and programs, compensation may include:
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65 percent of the door
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A flat fee
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A combination of both
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All financial terms are discussed collaboratively and confirmed in advance.
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We do not require artists or facilitators to pay to present work.
How to inquire
Booking inquiries should be submitted through our online booking form, which is our preferred method.
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You may also reach out to bookings@dissonantworks.org
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We review inquiries on a rolling basis. Submitting an inquiry does not guarantee a booking, and response times may vary depending on capacity.
Curated Programming vs. Space Rental
Most events at Dissonant Works are curated performances and programs produced in collaboration with the artist or facilitator.
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We also offer space rental on a limited basis for private parties, rehearsals, recordings, workshops, screenings, and artist-led or community events that align with the spirit of the space.
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Rental availability, rates, staffing, and technical support vary by event and are discussed separately from performance bookings.