Apply to festivals that are a good fit for your band
Make sure your application is thorough and realistic
Don’t wait until the last minute to apply – what are you waiting for!
Festivals are a great opportunity to play to new audiences, but landing a coveted spot requires some serious planning and research - performer applications can open as early as a year in advance.
We asked Gill Walker, Artist Coordinator at Western Australia’s long-running Blues at Bridgetown, for her advice on how to give your application the best shot.