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The Rigger Venue

Newcastle-under-Lyme live music and arts.

The Rigger Venue — Quick Facts

Newcastle-under-Lyme live music and arts.

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The Details

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Capacity
Live nightsContact venue
Curfew
Sound limiter
Outdoor stageNo
OriginalsYes
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Where

The Rigger Venue Marsh Parade
Town
Newcastle ST5 1BT

Genres

Metal Pop World Music Tribute Act

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What's on Stage

PA + monitors
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
Vocal mics
In-house engineer

About The Rigger Venue

The Rigger Venue is a grassroots music venue in Town, Newcastle. Bring your own PA, mics and instruments.

The Rigger Venue books Metal, Pop, World Music, Tribute Act acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Newcastle venue directory.

The Rigger Venue in Newcastle is a grassroots space that thrives on its eclectic mix of genres, from metal to world music. With a unique BYO equipment policy, it encourages local talent to bring their own sound to the stage, fostering a vibrant atmosphere for both original acts and tribute performances. This intimate venue is a hub for music lovers looking to explore diverse sounds in an engaging setting.

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Marsh Parade, Town, Newcastle, ST5 1BT

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BYO all equipment — PA, mics, and instruments. For venues with gear provided, see the Newcastle venue directory.
The Rigger Venue books Metal, Pop, World Music, Tribute Act. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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