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Performance Times:
All performances begin at 8pm
(unless otherwise mentioned)
To Apply:
Send press packs to:
Rehoboth Beach Bandstand
c/o City of Rehoboth Beach
229 Rehoboth Avenue
PO Box 1163
Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
302.644.2288 (seasonal)
(for more information,
click
here)
Testimonials/Comments
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Frequently Asked Questions
When do the
shows run?
Why aren't there any performances on Monday,
Tuesday, or Wednesday?
Why are there less seats with the new design of
the bandstand?
Why aren't there speakers facing the ocean?
How much does it cost to attend/Where do I buy
tickets?
How long do
the shows run/What time do the shows
run?
What is the history of the bandstand?
What is the real name of the bandstand?
How do I get to the Rehoboth Bandstand
(directions)?
Why do we cancel shows because of weather?
How do I find out if a show is cancelled or
not?
Are there any rain dates for missed performances?
Is there any parking for patrons to the bandstand?
Is there a printer friendly page for the schedule/mobile
version?
Can the Rehoboth Bandstand be used for weddings
or
private events?
When do you start booking?
Who do
I contact to get on the bandstand?
How do performers get
paid, and what's a normal price?
What are the cutoff times/rain
policies?
What type of shows do you allow?
What do you not allow?
What is the minimum age for performing?
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Q: When
do the shows run? |
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A: The
shows run roughly from the
middle of June until Labor Day. There
are a few performances before
and after these dates, however
they are mainly festivals and
local activities and not
associated with the Summer
Concert Series. |
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Q: Why are
there no performances on Monday,
Tuesday, or Wednesday? |
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A: Shows
are run exclusively on Thursday,
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
This is made as an attempt to
keep consistency when visiting
the bandstand, as well as
conserving funds to have higher
quality performances on dates
that contain shows. By
keeping shows limited (4 days a
week), we are able to book acts
that require a higher financial
obligation and hopefully provide
a more exciting time at the
bandstand! |
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Q: Why are
there less seats with the new design
of the bandstand? |
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A:
Actually, this is an illusion.
There are the same number of
seats as there were in past
years. With the old
design, there were 3 rows of
benches to watch the
performance. The new
bandstand was designed around
the fact that we needed to
include the identical number of
benches as before. With
the new design, there are 2 rows
in the center and the 3rd row is
split into 2 new sections, one
on each side. The illusion
is there because the new
arrangement is wider (one lane
road around the bandstand versus
the two lane road in the past) as well as the
additional structures
(bathrooms, memorial, etc.) that
take up other parts of the
bandstand seem to create a
smaller look to the bandstand. |
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Q: Why aren't
there speakers facing the ocean? |
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A: We don't
have speakers facing the ocean
for a few reasons. One, it
is too difficult to monitor the
sound coming from the back of
the bandstand. Two, to be
fair to all businesses, it is
the goal of the bandstand to be
a fun and enjoyable concert
venue for the audience, however
we do not want to interfere with
the daily activities of businesses
in the area. By having
sound overtake the entire block,
we would make operation at the
many walkup windows throughout
the first block difficult for
adjoining businesses.
Three, we take great pride in
the appearance of the front of
the bandstand and would like to
have the audience view all of
the concert from the most
beautiful location. And
four, it would be too difficult
for the performers to face all
directions, as this would be
deemed a 'theater-in-the-round'
type of venue. When
setting up for the shows, it is
important for the performers to
know which way is the best angle
to face for the audience, and
toward the audience seats yields
the best results. |
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Q: How much
does it cost to attend/Where do
I buy tickets? |
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A:
Performances are supported by
the City of Rehoboth Beach and
do not require advanced tickets.
All performances are FREE to the
general public to enjoy
throughout the summer months! |
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Q: How long do
the shows run/What time do the shows
run? |
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A: Most
shows run for about 75 minutes.
The starting time for almost all
of the acts is 8pm, and most
will conclude around 9:15pm,
some extending until 9:30pm.
If there are variations to this
timeframe, it will be noted on
the schedule. |
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Q: What is the history of the bandstand? |
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A: For a
detailed history of the
bandstand, please
click here. |
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Q: What is the real name of the bandstand? |
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A: The
original name of the bandstand
is the "Rehoboth Beach Memorial
Bandstand". This has been
adapted over the years, as the
site is still dedicated to war
veterans, however performances
are not geared for, but still
feature, military groups. |
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Q: How do I get
to the bandstand (directions)? |
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A: To get
to the Rehoboth Bandstand,
follow any directions into
Rehoboth Beach. The
bandstand is located at the end
of the main strip, Rehoboth
Avenue, overlooking the Atlantic
Ocean.
GOOGLE MAP -
MAPQUEST |
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Q: Why do we
cancel shows because of weather? |
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A: We cancel shows as late as we can during the day,
but to allow performers enough time to make calls to all involved and
eliminate the possibility of performers traveling to the venue only to turn
back around without a show. We do our best to make EVERY POSSIBLE
recommendation with the weather, however it is difficult to foresee what may
occur. Sometimes the weather will clear up by showtime, however when
scheduling around wet audience seats, dangerous and wet surfaces around the
stage, and the possibility of electric shock, we take many factors into
account when making the final decision.
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Q: How do I
find out if a show is cancelled
or not? |
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A: When we
cancel shows, there will be an
outgoing message on the
bandstand phone number line
(302-644-2288). If you do
not here a message of
cancellation, the show most
likely will continue. In
addition, the front page of this
website will display a
noticeable graphic depicting the
cancellation.
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Q: Are there
any rain dates for missed
performances? |
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A: As of now, there are no rain dates available. We try to book every
possible Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday throughout the summer. If we
can, we will try to make up those performances during other days of the week,
however this may not always be the case, as this problem will always arise
from outside venues.
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Q:
Is there any parking for patrons to the bandstand? |
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A:
Unfortunately since this venue
is in the center of town and
located in the middle of the
main avenue, there is no parking
for patrons specific to the
bandstand. However, the
location lends itself to many
places within a short walking
distance from the many streets of
Rehoboth Beach.
If you are a performer, you may
park within the two indentions
labeled for drop-offs and
deliveries on either side of the
bandstand. There are spots
for up to 6 cars on each side that
may assist you in performance
parking after 6pm daily.
However, overflow from these
spots must be used in regularly
assigned metered parking spots
throughout town. |
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Q: Is there a
printer friendly version of the
schedule/mobile version? |
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A: We do
have a printer friendly version
of the schedule for those who
can not come to the bandstand on
a regular basis and receive a
full color schedule.
Simply
click here
for a printable list or click here for a printer friendly full
version.
We also have a MOBILE version
for those of you on the go!
Click here for this
condensed version, or point your
mobile device to
www.rehobothbandstand.com/schedule
and you will be redirected
automatically! |
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Q: Can the
Rehoboth Bandstand be used
for weddings or private events? |
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A: At this
time, the Rehoboth Beach
Bandstand is not
available for private events of
any kind. |
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Q: When do you start booking? |
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A: Booking
may be any time during the year.
Some performers will be able to
be booked immediately, while
others may be booked just prior
to the summer months.
Booking is dependent on many
factors including available
dates, budgeting constraints, or
weather contingencies. |
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Q: Who do
I contact to get on the
bandstand? |
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A: If you
are interested in performing on
the bandstand, please send a
press pack including contact
information, group bios, audio
or video samples, as well as any
other materials you believe are
necessary to gain an appropriate
sampling of your group to:
Rehoboth
Beach Bandstand
c/o City of Rehoboth Beach
229 Rehoboth Avenue
PO Box 1163
Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
OR
You may submit your EPK
(Electronic Press Kit)
through our affiliate,
Sonicbids:
www.sonicbids.com/rehobothbandstand/2009
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Q: How do
performers get paid, and what's
a normal price? |
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A:
Performers get paid from the
City of Rehoboth Beach.
Each event is city sponsored and
comes out of the operating
budget for the City of Rehoboth
Beach. There is no 'normal
price' for a group. Each
group arrives with different
needs and accommodations.
If you are requesting to perform
on the bandstand, it would be
best to also provide an
approximate monetary value that
would allow your group to
perform in the time and dates of
the performance that make sense
for your group. |
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Q: What are the cutoff times/rain
policies? |
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A: Cutoff
times for performances are
generally 2pm. This time
is made available for the
understanding that performers
traveling from outside areas may
need additional time to cancel
traveling expenses and/or
arrangements that were made to
commit to a Rehoboth Bandstand
performance. Cutoff times
and other circumstances that may
cancel a performance may need to
be made. The most current
schedule information will be
provided on this website (www.rehobothbandstand.com). |
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Q: What type of
shows do you
allow? |
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A: An
attempt is made to include all
types of entertainment at the
bandstand. This may
include jazz, military, blues,
soul, rock, classic rock,
orchestra, concert band, choir,
performing arts, comedy,
children's' shows, etc.
All types of entertainment
deemed appropriate for an
outside venue viewable to an
audience of every age may be
considered. |
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Q: What do you
not allow? |
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A: The City
of Rehoboth Beach acknowledges
that there are some acts that,
although may be warranted for
private events, are not
appropriate or necessary for our
venue. Each act that is
hired is carefully considered in
order to provide a safe
environment for all audience
members. |
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Q: What is the
minimum age for performing? |
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A: There
really is not a minimum age to
perform, however there must be
an adult sponsoring the event
and remain with the performers
at all times in order to
maintain safety for all
individuals, both on stage and
off. |
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