Artist Best Practices

How can I ask somebody to billet me without making it awkward?
Billeting is when the Host invites the Performer to stay overnight at their place after the show. It’s the same as letting a friend stay over. Some Hosts ha...
Thu, 25 Apr, 2019 at 4:33 PM
How long should my sets be? Two sets?
The length of your set(s) is dependent on:  Whether your performance requires a certain length (i.e. theatre, comedy, performing the entire album begin...
Thu, 25 Apr, 2019 at 4:34 PM
What's the best setup for the space? Number of people, amplification?
The beauty of hosting shows in alternative spaces is that there is so much flexibility in what you can do with the space. You’re not defined by the traditio...
Thu, 25 Apr, 2019 at 4:38 PM
How does SOCAN work?
Side Door collects SOCAN fees for each Side Door show, and submits the fees to SOCAN on behalf of Hosts and Performers involved with the show. Side Door co...
Thu, 25 Apr, 2019 at 4:39 PM
How does tax work?
Using Stripe Connect, tax is collected from each Side Door show and remitted to the user, according to whether they have stated they will claim taxes in th...
Thu, 25 Apr, 2019 at 4:47 PM
How does ticketing work?
All published Side Door shows include an automatic customized ticket link to our secure platform. Guests can purchase tickets in advance directly from the ...
Thu, 25 Apr, 2019 at 4:50 PM
Who's responsible for the PA?
Each Artist states whether they require a PA in their profile. Hosts mention whether they have a PA or have access to a PA in their profile. Each show offe...
Fri, 5 Oct, 2018 at 3:47 PM
How do I check on ticket sales?
You can check ticket sales at any time once a show is published. Log in to your Side Door Account. Click on ‘My Shows’ at the top of the page to access your...
Thu, 30 May, 2019 at 10:51 AM
Do I accept cash door sales from the host?
Please do not take cash for ticket sales from the Host. The cash must be used to buy back tickets through the Side Door platform. The Host has been instruc...
Thu, 25 Apr, 2019 at 4:46 PM
How do I book my shows?
Visit the login link below to sign in to your Side Door Account. If you have yet to do this, please go back and create an Account and then return to...
Fri, 7 Dec, 2018 at 3:23 PM