NIMA PERFORMERS AGREEMENT
WHO WE ARE
NIMA is a purely volunteer run, not-for-profit organisation that exists entirely for the community, musicians and their music. We’re home to a passionate live music audience and work hard to bring an exciting array of local, national and international acts to Newcastle each week.
THE FACTS
The Underground Bar | Grand Hotel Newcastle is located at 32 Church St Newcastle, approx. 2.5hrs drive north of Sydney.
The venue has a stage area with an approximate size of 2.3m (D) x 3.9m (W), and an audience capacity of 70 people with an average attendance of 40 - 70 people weekly. Our stage can only accommodate a 7 piece band maximum.
Access for load-in and out is from the Bolton St side entry, on the western side of the building.
Load in from 5.30-6.30pm, sound check 6.30-7.30pm strictly. Please contact NIMA if you require earlier access.
A band storage space behind the stage is provided for cases, equipment, and personal belongings.
Please remove empty cases/bags etc from the stage area after sound check.
Doors Open at 7.30pm at which time sound check must cease.
Performers play 2 x sets with set times as follows:
Set 1: 8.00pm - 8.50pm
Set 2: 9.10pm - 10.00pm (if an encore is requested and you oblige you may play until 10.15pm)
NIMA volunteers manage the venue set up/pack down and Door Operations.
We run on a strict door deal with Ticket prices set at:
$25 NIMA Non-members | $20 NIMA Members
Performers are allocated one complimentary ticket per artist.
Please provide guest list names to the door volunteers prior to 7.30pm.
Great restaurant meals and drinks are available for purchase upstairs or from the bar.
All performers are entitled to staff priced drinks.
Please feel free to sell any merchandise you might have - our volunteers will be happy to
help with sales at the door.
Accommodation can be arranged at the Grand Hotel for a discounted rate if you mention that you are performing with NIMA - Unfortunately, NIMA cannot subsidise costs.
(02) 40493686 | www.thegrandhotel.com.au
One of our volunteers also has a granny flat available in Adamstown for an overnight stay and/or rehearsal space if required. Adamstown is a 10 minute drive from the Grand Hotel.
Please contact Kathryn via email: kathrynhanna@hotmail.com or on 0416 883 592.
TECH SPECS
NIMA provides a Sound Technician and basic PA for all NIMA events, comprising of:
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2 x Yamaha DSR112 - Front of House Speakers
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2 x Yamaha MSR400 + 1x Yamaha MSR250 - Foldback Speaker
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Behringer X32 Producer Digital Mixing Console
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A standard collection of Microphones, Stands, DI's and Cables
LIGHTING:
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A basic LED Lighting system is installed in the venue providing colour Front Wash and Back lighting.
- There is no capacity to rig/install extra hardware.
BACKLINE Equipment:
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Drum Kit: Mapex Storm Camphor, 20,10,12,14,14s (with Hardware + Gibraltor Throne)
Cymbal Set: Zildjian: Sweet Ride Cymbal Set -
Guitar Amplifier: Fender Tone Master Deluxe Reverb
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Bass Amplifier: Fender Rumble 500 (V3) Bass Combo
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Keyboard Amplifier: Roland - KC600 4 channel 200W mixing amp
If you require any specific technical equipment, we request that you please bring it with you.
Recording/Filming/Photography is available upon request,
please contact Shane Williams on: 0421 790 503 | https://www.vspice.com.au/
PAYMENT
NIMA operates on a door deal arrangement with an 70/30 split:
70% of door takings are provided to the band with a minimum guarantee of $600 inclusive of GST.
30% of door takings are used to sustain NIMA production and promotional costs
You will be advised of the amount received at the end of the night with with performance fee statement.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS AMOUNT IS INCLUSIVE OF GST
Please supply an electronic tax invoice made out to: Newcastle Improvised Music Association Inc.
and email accounts@nima.org.au (all payments will be made electronically)
PROMOTION
If you are interested in performing with NIMA please complete the form below and date this agreement to accept our Terms and Conditions. Once we have received your agreement together with the required promotional material, NIMA will be in touch within 5 business days to discuss our capacity and potential dates. Your request will not be considered if you do not provide the promo information required. This is to ensure NIMAs volunteer marketing team can effectively promote your gig to increase ticket sales. If a musician is yet to be confirmed please advise TBC. Please let us know on the form if you require assistance to source local musicians. Thank you for your co-operation.
WHAT WE DO
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Operate an updated website.
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Print and distribute monthly posters/flyers.
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Email a monthly newsletter to the NIMA mailing list.
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Advertise in all local gig guides.
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Create a Facebook event and promote your event on our social media sites (Facebook/Instagram)
WHAT YOU CAN DO
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Ensure that we have your promotional material.
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Share Facebook Events and promote your gig through your own social media channels.
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Contact 1233ABC Newcastle local Radio for an interview.
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Run an article in the Newcastle Herald.
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Become a member of NIMA nima.org.au/membership.
We strongly urge performers to promote yourselves as much as possible on local radio, press and social media in the weeks leading up to your gig. The more people there, the better the night and pay!
Should you require any further information or assistance please contact:
NIMA Secretary: Kathryn (Katie) Hanna
email: bookings@nima.org.au | Ph. 0416 883 592
Thank you for your interest in performing with NIMA @ The Underground, THE GRAND HOTEL.
We look forward to hearing from you!
NIMA Team