Touring is alive and well, and music festivals are on many artists' schedules this year. There is so much to think about when preparing for a festival. However, if we're prepared and ready to take on the inevitable curve ball, the experience can be rewarding. We can never foresee every problem, but I wanted to touch on some of the most important things to consider.

In part one of this blog series, I discussed what information a tour’s representatives will exchange with a venue or promoter during the advance process. For part two I’ll discuss what the venue representative will provide to tour and production managers during the advance process.

Advancing plays a vital role in live production. A large amount of information is exchanged during the advance process, requiring clear and efficient communication. To ensure nothing goes unnoticed, attention to detail throughout the process is crucial.

The summer season is in full swing, and for those of us in the production industry, this means music festivals, outdoor concerts, and other seasonal shows.