Feinstein’s/54 Below is seeking submissions for the second season of the concert development series, 54 CONCERT LAB. This fall at CONCERT LAB, up to 10 emerging artists hand-picked by Feinstein’s/54 Below will develop new solo concerts bit by bit and learn the ins and outs of concert producing.
Selected artists build new shows from scratch; pitching the show at a kick off event, performing in four separate workshops that focus on one specific element of a concert – opening numbers, medleys, etc., and culminating in a 20-minute preview piece performed in a showcase for Feinstein’s/54 Below staff and other industry panelists.
This year, each ‘episode’ of 54 CONCERT LAB will feature a different celebrity guest host, to be announced, and throughout the series, artists will receive feedback from those guest hosts, staff, and other artists.
HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR SHOW TO THE 54 CONCERT LAB
Visit www.54below.com/concertlab and fill out our Concert Lab application. Submissions are due Friday September 9th at midnight. Applications require a Performance Video (1-3 minutes past performance, reel, or something more casual), Show Pitch Video (90 seconds or less), and Show Description, as well as answers to questions regarding applicant’s goals, ability to effectively promote their shows, and availability.
54 CONCERT LAB is a part of “Late Night at Feinstein’s/54 Below” and is produced by Emily Essig. All performances will take place between September 20 – December 31 2016; specific dates TBA (based on participant availability). Concerts with more than one performer may be considered to be a part of the program on a case by case basis. Artists must provide their own accompaniment.
For more information or to apply to 54 CONCERT LAB, visit https://54below.com/concertlab. Questions can be directed to eessig@54below.com.
MORE ABOUT FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW
54 Below, Broadway’s Supper Club, and Michael Feinstein, one of the world’s great musical artists, have united to give New York an unparalleled destination for entertainment and dining. Feinstein’s/54 Below, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, isthe performance venue in the grand tradition of New York City nightlife. A few blocks from the heart of Times Square and just below the legendary Studio 54, Feinstein’s/54 Below is a classically designed state-of-the art nightclub in the theatre district that hosts audiences with warmth and style. Feinstein’s/54 Below presents iconic and rising stars from the worlds of Broadway and popular music. The venue provides a food and beverage menu from early evening through the wee hours of the morning that is worthy of the world-class entertainment on the stage. In their description of the venue, The New York Times writes Feinstein’s/54 Below “has the intimacy of a large living room with unimpeded views and impeccable sound; there is not a bad seat. Its sultry after-hours ambience is enhanced by brocade-patterned wall panels planted with orange-shaded lanterns. And the atmosphere is warmer and sexier than in Manhattan’s other major supper clubs.” Located at 254 West 54th Street, Feinstein’s/54 Below features up to three shows nightly with cover charges ranging from $5-$105. Visit 54Below.com for additional info.