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Answers to the most common questions about Backstage Circle. Click a question to see the answer.
Subscribing
Is Backstage Circle free?
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Site highlights
What topics does Backstage Circle cover?
Five corners of the industry:
- Music – for working musicians, songwriters and artists
- Music Retail – for the stores, suppliers and brands that put gear in players' hands
- Pro Audio – for engineers, techs and the companies behind the sound
- Pro Lighting – for designers, programmers and lighting crews
- Pro Video – for the people behind the cameras, screens and production
Browse everything on the Topics page.
What will I find on the site?
- Advice – practical tips from people who do the work
- Backstage Insider Podcast – interviews with the people behind the scenes
- Webinars – sessions with industry experts
- News and News From NAMM
- Products – the latest gear and releases
- Events – trade shows, conferences and festivals
- Profiles, Tours and Projects
- Organizations – NAMM, CITT, InfoComm and more
- Opportunities – scholarships, submissions and calls for entries
Who is behind Backstage Circle?
Backstage Circle is published by Jim Norris, with Maureen Jack as editor. Meet the team.
Contributing and advertising
How do I submit content?
To submit content, contact Maureen Jack, Editor - maureen@backstagecircle.com
How do I advertise or explore marketing opportunities?
To explore advertising and marketing opportunities, contact Jim Norris, Publisher - jim@entertainmentmarketer.com