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 Stage Door
The Stage Door is a grassroots music venue in Eastbourne, Eastbourne. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.
The Stage Door books Jazz, Blues, Acoustic acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Eastbourne venue directory.
The Stage Door is a theatre pub on Compton Street in central Eastbourne, sitting on the former Buccaneer site a short walk from the seafront. It runs a regular programme of live music: monthly jazz nights on the last Thursday at 8pm, an open mic hosted by Mike Fillery, and a jazz and blues jam with drums, guitar, bass and a house PA. Performers of all abilities are welcome and there's a drink on the house for anyone who takes to the stage.
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The Stage Door books Jazz, Blues, Acoustic. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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Yes — The Stage Door hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Eastbourne Open Mic Finder.
10 Compton Street, Eastbourne, Eastbourne, BN21 2BW. See the map below for directions. Browse more Eastbourne venues nearby.
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