GET A GIG

This page will hopefully give you some insight and tips into navigating Portsmouth’s vibrant music scene.

Support Slots

Unfortunately we cannot offer support slots with touring acts unless specified by the promoter or agent, however there are opportunities on occasion. These will be advertised on social media so make sure you're following our FACEBOOK page to stay up to date. We will usually ask for the following in the comments section which will then be collected and passed onto the promoter.

• A contact e-mail address (set up for the band and regularly checked)
• Links to music (upload your music to Spotify, Bandcamp or Soundcloud)
• Social media links (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter)

Please do not e-mail us your links, send us files, phone the venue or message members of staff on their personal social media accounts. Please follow the steps provided when the opportunities are advertised..

Local Promoters

There are some fantastic promoters putting on smaller touring acts and local gigs in the Edge - get acquainted with some of them in the links below.

Promoters who put shows on at the Wedge and Edge regularly:

• ABH Promotions (Alternative)

• Fitz Promotions (Indie Rock)

• PVC Promotions – our main touring show booker & promoter

• Square Roots Promotions (Country/Americana/Folk)

• The Management (Punk/Garage Rock)

• Trash Arts Open Ya Mouth (Open Mic)

• Tru Steel Promotions (Rock/Metal)

• Word of Mouth (Hip-Hop/Rap/Grime)

If there aren’t any promoters repping your favourite genre you can always put on your own show in The Edge! Please see the VENUE HIRE page for details.

Music Festivals

The Wedge is a prominent venue in several new music festivals. These are great for discovering exciting new bands and future headliners. They will often showcase local talent so follow the links to find out more about them and how to apply to play.

• Golden Touch Festival

• Icebreaker Festival

• Night Currents Festival (Indie/Alternative/Post-Punk)

HIRING THE VENUE

We have two venue spaces for hire with limited availability:

• The Wedgewood Rooms has a capacity of 400 standing / 280 seated.

• The Edge has a capacity of 100 standing / 60 seated.

Please be aware that weekend dates are often booked well in advance with touring shows.

If you wish to hire either venue for your own event please email info@wedgewood-rooms.co.uk with the following information:

• Preferred date(s).

• What type of event (live music, comedy, corporate etc).

• If this event is to raise money for a specific project or charity.

• Event running times.

But before doing any of this please check this website to see if your requested date is available.

We will endeavour to get back to you as quickly as possible to discuss the potential booking.