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The next best thing to having TSE handle all your local production needs is having TSE’s PoM person on site to handle all the production and artists issues involved with your event. What’s a PoM Person you ask? It’s an experienced producer who becomes your liaison with all the contractors, artist representatives, and people involved with putting on the show, down to the stagehands. You get someone who knows every detail of what needs to be done and when during your event. Having a TSE Producer on site delivers Peace of Mind to those putting on the event. That’s why we call them PoM People.
Providing the right stage, sound system and lighting is critical to the success of any performance
Other Local Production Services TSE Can Provide
- Provide Performer Catering Requirements
- Handle Performer Local Transportation
- Securing and setting up of Green Room
- Providing Backline
- Providing Power Generators
- Overseeing Load In and Load Out
- Coordinating Sound Check
- Handling Run-of-Show

How to Book a Headliner: Budget, Fit, Draw, and Routing
Booking a headliner is one of the biggest bets a venue, concert promoter, fair, or festival makes. Get it right, and ticket sales, sponsor interest,

Pre-Announcement Event Marketing: How to Build Buzz Before the Big Reveal
Why the pre-announcement teaser phase matters, how to structure it, what to measure, and how to turn curiosity into demand. Core idea: The buzz phase

Fenced In: What Location Data Really Knows About Your Festival or Fair Audience
Somewhere in a commercial database is a record of the crowd that walked onto your grounds last season. You did not create it, you do

Boost Bar Sales at Live Venues: Sound, Lighting & Sightlines
Per-cap is the number every GM, promoter, and production manager quietly obsesses over. It’s one of the cleanest reads on how much guests spent beyond

Fair and Festival Layout: Crowd Flow and Vendor Placement
Every fair and festival is built around the movement of people. Attendees travel between stages, grandstands, barns, and rides, stop for food and drinks, meet

Corporate & Charity Galas: Run-of-Show Playbook: Keep Auctions, Awards & Entertainment On Time
Imagine a dinner running twelve minutes late because the kitchen fell behind. Awards started late to make up for it, then the time ran over

Smart Ticketing for Live Events: Fees, Holds, Presales, and Anti-Bot Tools
Executive Summary Every venue or event organizer that does ticketing for live events deals with the same three problems. Fans complain about fees they didn’t

Setting the Right Event Marketing Budget
Introduction Setting the right event marketing budget is a critical piece of event planning. Marketing is a major component of any entertainment event budget and

Extreme Weather Operations for Music Festivals: Guide to Planning, Responding, and Recovering
Introduction Every outdoor music festivals is built around months, sometimes years, of planning. Organizers coordinate artists, vendors, production crews, security, medical services, and countless logistical

Changing Price Perceptions When Marketing Events
Revised and expanded August 2026 This is a revised edition of an article originally published on the TSE Entertainment Resources Hub. Behavioral pricing research has

How to Vet Entertainment Before It Becomes a PR Problem
Booking entertainment is about more than finding a great performance. It’s about protecting your organization’s reputation before the first guest arrives. Executive Summary When an

Booking Local Support Acts That Sell Tickets (Without Headliner Cannibalization)
Every promoter has heard some version of the same concern regarding booking local support acts: “If we book a popular local act, won’t people just

Will They Actually Sell Tickets? How to Read an Act’s Real Drawing Power Before You Book
A unified talent vetting framework for independent hard-ticket clubs, fairs and festivals. Every booking starts with a number you can’t fully trust. An act comes

Country Music Booking: What Genre Pairs Best on the Same Bill?
Every buyer who has ever built a multi-act lineup eventually asks the same question: if the headliner is country, what should sit next to it?

Post-Show Review: 5 Things Every Venue Should Check
Executive Summary Most independent venues put most of their effort into booking the right artists, managing the marketing, and executing the show. But once the

How to Build a 2026 Fair and Festival Lineup That Works
Balancing Headliners, Mid-Tier, and Local Acts Executive Summary Building a strong fair and festival lineup in 2026 is about more than just booking one expensive

Event Marketing: Instagram & TikTok Short Form Video Hooks
7 Short-Form Video Formats That Move the Needle Executive Summary Short-form video is the bread and butter for promoting concerts and events. It has become

Karnes City Founders Day: Bringing Community, Live Music, and South Texas Tradition Together
A growing small-town festival powered by live entertainment, local pride, and seamless event production Each December, the Karnes City Founders Day Celebration transforms this South

Family Event Entertainment That Drives Attendance: Ideas for Festivals, Fairs, and Community Events
The secret isn’t a bigger budget. It’s smarter programming and the right entertainment on the ground. Executive Summary A family entertainment event with low turnout

The Complete Guide to Event Ticket Pricing: Strategies, Tactics & Best Practices for Selling Out Your Events
Executive Summary Event ticket pricing is one of the most critical factors determining the financial success of concerts, festivals, and entertainment events. This comprehensive guide

Event Marketing: 5 Proven Strategies to Generate Buzz
Executive Summary Successful music event marketing requires more than announcing an event and posting a few promotional updates online. To maximize ticket sales and audience

How to Prevent Stage Failures at Music Events
Executive Summary Safety is a critical priority when designing and operating music festival and event stages. These temporary structures must support heavy lighting rigs, sound

What Event Promoters Need to Know About Artist Deal Structures When Booking Entertainment
A summary of TSE Entertainment’s comprehensive guide to headliner deal structures, radius clauses, and MFN provisions when booking entertainment. Executive Summary Most concert and festival

Economic Survival Strategies for Independent Music Festivals in 2026
A Strategic Guide for Festival Organizers and Independent Promoters The landscape for independent music festivals has never been more challenging, or more full of opportunity

Event Marketing Whitepaper
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Successful event marketing is not a single announcement. It is a continuous, intentional campaign that guides potential attendees from first awareness through emotional

15 Red Flags That Indicate Stage Structure Failure
Stage collapses rarely happen without warning. Structures almost always “communicate” stress, instability, and impending failure through visible signs. Recognizing those signs and acting on them

Entertainment Booking: Spacing Genres & Price Points to Maximize Revenue
Executive Summary Maximizing revenue in entertainment booking requires more than just filling dates. It demands a thoughtful entertainment booking strategy that takes into account show

Internal Corporate Event Strategy: Brand Activations That Drive Engagement
Executive Summary A successful internal corporate event strategy goes beyond just logistics. It aligns business goals, employee expectations, and memorable experiences into a cohesive plan

TikTok & Reels for Fair & Festival Marketing
Turning Midway Moments into Ticket Sales Executive Summary Short-form videos have become one of the most powerful tools for driving awareness and ticket sales for

Employee Event Attendance: Internal Comms & RSVP Tool Strategy
How to Build an Effective Internal Event Communications Strategy Executive Summary An effective internal event communications strategy to increase employee attendance focuses on clarity, consistency,

Understanding Wind Speed and Its Impact on Outdoor Stages
Wind is the most underestimated threat in outdoor event production. Its force is invisible but enormously powerful, and it can shift dramatically in seconds. While

Now Available: The Outdoor Stage Safety Compliance Handbook (Free Download)
TSE Entertainment is pleased to announce the publication of the Outdoor Stage Safety Compliance Handbook, a comprehensive technical resource designed to support safer outdoor events

5 Proven Revenue Streams That Keep Independent Music Venues Profitable (Hint: Not Ticket Sales)
How independent venues are using bar optimization, memberships, VIP experiences, loyalty programs, and sponsorships to stay profitable in 2026 Executive Summary The live music industry

Boots and Badges Ball 2025: Jon Wolfe Headlines a Record-Breaking Night Supporting West Texas First Responders
The dust has settled on the 8th Annual Boots and Badges Ball, and what a night it was! On September 20th, the West Texas community

Swiftie Magic Launches Mont Belvieu’s Summer Concert Series
The City of Mont Belvieu kicked off its summer concert series with one of its most high energy events yet: a night featuring Blank Space:

How to Choose Corporate Entertainment That Fits Your Brand
Why Corporate Events Now Prioritize Brand-Aligned Entertainment Corporate events are increasingly being designed around intentional attendee experiences, brand trust and measurable outcomes. That shift is

Variable Ticket Pricing for Fairs and Festivals: When to Raise, When to Hold
The smartest fair ticket strategy uses variable pricing with strategic goals: raise prices when demand is strong and value is clear and hold or lower

Cashless Payments & RFID Wristbands for Fairs: What Organizers Need to Know | TSE Production
Across fairs and festivals nationwide, organizers are quickly embracing cashless payments, RFID wristbands, and integrated POS systems to deliver faster transactions, improve guest satisfaction, and

Live Event Production: Stage and Band Lighting for Unforgettable Shows
When audiences walk into a concert, festival, or corporate event, they expect more than just a show. They expect an experience. The pounding of the bass,

Non-Traditional Venue Activation: Entertainment Formats That Work for Corporate Events
The Experience Advantage In live entertainment, the venues that make headlines today aren’t necessarily arenas or theaters. They are rooftops, warehouses, and historic landmarks transformed

The Future of In-Person Concerts
How Real-Time Technology Will Transform Live Entertainment Introduction: The New Age of the Intelligent Concert For more than five decades, TSE Entertainment has worked with promoters, artists,

Common Safety Risks in Outdoor Staging | TSE Entertainment Event Safety Guide
This is the first of a series of articles on outdoor stages and the safety and compliance issues involved with their use. Outdoor concert and

What Makes a Festival Instagrammable? Designing Experiences for User-Generated Content
Revised October 2026 What makes a festival Instagrammable? It’s not luck. It’s intentional design. The most memorable festivals create moments and backdrops people can’t wait

How to Curate a Festival Lineup That Appeals to Multigenerational Audiences
It’s not just about booking artists; curating a festival lineup is now one of the most important strategies for increasing attendance. The live music industry

Entertainment Booking Strategies: Balancing Headliners, Mid-Level Acts, and Local Talent
Entertainment booking strategies that protect your budget, elevate the fan experience, and grow community loyalty Introduction: the risk of a “star-or-bust” lineup In 2025, talent

Why Event Planners Choose TSE for Entertainment for Corporate Events
When planning a corporate event, the choice of entertainment can determine whether your gathering is simply good — or truly unforgettable. From conferences and client

Booking Entertainment for Gen Z: What Event Planners Need to Know
At TSE Entertainment, we’re always watching the horizon to help our clients stay ahead of the curve. One trend we are watching is the things

Sponsorship Sales: Creating An Effective Event Pitch Deck
Introduction Developing and delivering a strong sponsorship sales pitch deck and presentation to potential sponsors can very well be the deciding factor of whether you

The Business of Booking Tribute Bands: Underrated Profit Centers?
Underrated Profit Centers in a High-Cost Concert Market Updated 2026 In an industry obsessed with star power, viral moments, and massive productions, one of the

Bringing Big Visuals to Small Stages: Projection Mapping
A Practical Guide to Projection Mapping for Small & Medium Events Projection mapping is no longer reserved for massive festivals or corporate mega-productions. Today, with

Top Country Music Booking Agencies
There are a number of factors that need to be considered when choosing among top country music booking agencies for your upcoming events. The list

How to Create an Event Marketing Email Strategy
Introduction Creating an effective event marketing email strategy is a key part of event marketing efforts. No matter how much effort you put into planning

Timeline Guide for Booking Headline Performers for Festivals and Events
Booking headline performers is one of the most important—and challenging—parts of producing a successful music festival or major concert event. Securing the right act can

Latest trends in booking entertainment for concerts and music festivals
Introduction In 2025 we see a continuation and expansion of earlier trends in booking entertainment and other matters for concerts and music festivals. The one

Setting the Right Event Marketing Budget
Introduction Setting the right event marketing budget is a critical piece of event planning. Marketing is one of the major components of any entertainment event

Effective Event Marketing Includes Sustaining Year-Round Engagement
Introduction Effective event marketing includes ongoing engagement. In the fast-paced world of entertainment and events, entertainment marketers often concentrate on the upcoming show, event, festival,

The Impact of Climate Change on Outdoor Music Events
If you have been following the news, you know that Bonnaroo had to cancel the festival after the first day because of heavy downpours and

How to Choose the Right Entertainment for Your Audience
Choosing the right musical entertainment can make or break your event. Whether you’re planning a large festival, a private celebration, or a corporate entertainment event,

10 Event Marketing Tactics to Reduce Buyers’ Procrastination
Executive Summary Buyer procrastination is a common challenge for event organizers, leaving ticket sales to the last minute can reduce revenue and event momentum. This

Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid When Hiring Event Entertainment
Event planning is no easy feat. As an event planner, you’re juggling countless details to ensure everything runs smoothly. One crucial part of the planning

Integrating UGC Into An Event Marketing Strategy
Introduction User Generated Content (UGC) is an important component of event marketing. It’s any form of content—such as text, posts, images, videos, reviews, and more—that

Securing Long-Term Event Sponsors
Introduction Event Sponsors create positive outcomes and offer key advantages for both parties involved. Whether you need brand collaborations for a venue, fair, or festival,

Boost Event Profits with Behavioral Psychology
In the first two articles on using behavioral science and consumer psychology to boost event profits, I focused on creating a better perceived value for

Changing Price Perceptions When Marketing Events
This is the second article in a series of how what we’ve learned from behavioral science and consumer psychology of how to market events by

10 Reasons Why You Need a Professional Talent Booking Agency
When it comes to organizing events, booking talent can be one of the most stressful tasks. Whether you’re planning a corporate event, a wedding, a

Behavioral Science Can Transform Your Event Ticket Pricing
Introduction: This is the first article on how using behavioral science for event ticket pricing can transform your ticket sales for events. The first article

AI’s Transformative Role in Event Promotion
The world of event promotion is evolving. The driving force behind this transformation in 2025 is artificial intelligence (AI). AI is revolutionizing how event organizers

Sponsorship Sales: Having the Right Answer
“I can achieve the same thing without buying your sponsorship,” the sponsorship prospect told an event sponsorship sales manager last week. If those words came

Concert Culture in 2025 (Why Young Fans Are Embracing Small Venues)
In the fall of 2024, I found myself scrolling through social media, wincing at the prices for big-name concert tickets. As a college student, I’ve

Creating Custom Sponsorship Opportunities for Local Businesses
Introduction: Look to local businesses for sponsorship opportunities. Local businesses are a vital aspect of many communities; they create jobs, give character to the community,

TSE’s Tribute Acts Roster Reaches 200 Milestone
TSE Entertainment has reached a milestone in the number of tribute acts on its tribute roster. TSE now has more than 200 of the best

Using Fan Data For Entertainment Booking
Concerts Are a Risky Business: Why Leave Success to Chance? The concert entertainment booking process, whether celebrity booking or less renowned artist booking should not

Marketing for Events: Using a Student Ambassador Program.
Whether it’s marketing for events or the venue hosting them, a student ambassador program can be an important piece of your marketing strategy. Of course,

Sponsorship Sales: Tips From a Pro
It’s Christmas in March: Event Sponsorship Budgeting Season Is Here I love selling at this time of year. Lock the doors, put up the “Do

Hillsborough County Fairgrounds Signs with TSE Entertainment To Do Sponsorship Sales
The Hillsborough County Fairgrounds, located in Dover, FL and home to many events throughout the year is using TSE Entertainment to find sponsorship sales opportunities

Producing Hybrid Entertainment Events
Updated October 2026. This article was first published in March 2025 and has been updated with current information. Introduction Hybrid entertainment events became popular during

Event Sponsorship: Addressing the Industry Perspective
Entertainment venues and organizers are on a constant lookout for new event sponsorship opportunities for their entertainment events. Many employ sponsorship companies like TSE Entertainment

A Live Performance Review: FINNEAS
On Friday, February 21st, I got the chance to see FINNEAS perform at one of the most popular venues in Boston, MGM Music Hall at

Sustainable Waste Management for Live Events
Introduction As an event organizer, you have a significant opportunity to positively impact the environment through sustainable waste management practices at your large-scale events. Whether

Music Tourism: A Way to Expand Your Event
Introduction Our communities are back in full-swing and in post-pandemic mode. Live music and events are thriving, and artists have been on the road stopping

Social Media for Venue Promotion: Do’s and Don’ts
In today’s digital landscape, social media is one of the most powerful tools for music venue promotion, as well as festivals, and other entertainment events.

Corporate Entertainment Services Changing With the Times
Providing corporate entertainment services is different today than it was a few years ago. That’s because the expectations of attendees for corporate events, the technologies

Making Event Marketing Announcements Matter More
One of the most important milestones of event marketing or promotion is the event marketing announcement. Whether it’s a concert or festival, how, where, and

Maximizing Returns: Valuing Sponsorship Assets Effectively
This article delves into the complexities of venue sponsorships and sponsorship assets management, providing industry professionals with the insights needed to elevate their approach to

Event Marketing: Post Event Best Practices
Introduction A great event requires strategic planning beyond the big day. Event marketing goes beyond the marketing efforts leading up to an event. Successful event

Festival & Concert Production: Merchandising Strategies to Maximize Revenue and Brand Impact
Merchandising plays a pivotal role in festival and concert production, enhancing the overall experience of attendees. Not only does it serve as a significant revenue

Entertainment Event Marketing: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Part 2
Why Create an Entertainment Event Marketing Plan? The adage is true for event marketing; Fail to Plan; Plan to Fail. Failing in this case means

Entertainment Event Marketing: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Venues and promoters often approach TSE Entertainment with their need to do entertainment event marketing for a concert or festival. To help those involved with

What Novice Concert and Festival Promoters Need to Know
TSE Entertainment is often approached by people who are seeking help with a concert or festival that they are planning to hold. We are happy

The Evolution of Live Concert Production Audio
Wherever a concert takes place be it a, club, theater, arena, or stadium, the most important live concert production element is the sound quality as

Strategies to Sell More Tickets for Entertainment Events
Introduction The secret to sell more tickets for entertainment events is to have both a strong ticketing strategy and a well-thought-out marketing plan. When they

How to Hire a Comedian For Your Events: A Step by Step Guide
The Power of Laughter: Why You Should Hire a Comedian for Your Next Event Hiring a comedian can transform your event into an unforgettable experience.

Best Entertainment Ideas for Company Holiday Parties
Introduction Entertainment is the heart of any company holiday parties, turning an ordinary event into a memorable experience. Choosing the best entertainment ideas ensures employees

Marketing Entertainment: Earned, Owned, and Paid Media
In the entertainment industry, effective marketing entertainment campaigns require the right balance of all three types of marketing media. Understanding which media and channels to

Booking Entertainment: Dealing with Riders
Executive Summary When booking entertainment, the contract often includes an “artist rider,” a document that outlines everything the performer needs to deliver their best set,

Promoting Live Events: Generational Marketing
Introduction: When promoting live events, one of the simplest ways to better understand your target audience is by identifying and studying their generational cohort(s). It

Concert Versus Festival Marketing: Important Differences
Many people mistakenly believe that concert and festival marketing are done in the same way. While they may use similar marketing channels, the strategies for
Entertainment Cybersecurity Series: Spyware
Part Five: Spyware- Entertainment Cybersecurity Issues This is the fifth installment of TSE’s 5-Part Entertainment Cybersecurity Series dealing with risks to the entertainment industry. You

Entertainment Venue Marketing: The Importance of a Loyalty Program
Developing an effective venue marketing strategy is essential for any entertainment event venue looking to stand out from competitors. One significant aspect of that plan

Entertainment Cybersecurity Series: Third Party Risks
This is the fourth installment of a 5-Part entertainment cybersecurity series dealing with the industry. You can find the first three installments here: Remote Work