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What's on Stage
Equipment and backline available at this venue. We verify and update this section regularly.
PA system
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
2 vocal mics
In-house engineer
About The Craftsman
The Craftsman is a grassroots music venue in Southend-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.
The Craftsman is a friendly Southend live-music room that runs a weekly open mic, live lounge and jam night every Thursday from 8pm. Performers get free drinks and an excellent sound system, with all levels welcome and newcomers actively encouraged. Standard kit includes an acoustic guitar, two mics and backing tracks, and you can request extras like a drum kit, electric guitar and amp, keyboard or cajon with a day's notice.
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Find The Craftsman
Alexandra Street, Southend-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 1BW
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Seven things people ask about booking The Craftsman.
PA system and vocal mics provided. BYO instruments and amps. Need a venue with full backline? Filter Southend-on-Sea venues by backline.
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Yes — The Craftsman hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Southend-on-Sea Open Mic Finder.
Alexandra Street, Southend-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 1BW. See the map below for directions. Browse more Southend-on-Sea venues nearby.
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