Book a Live Performance at Gallery Stage

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Gallery Stage is a premier live music venue located in the heart of downtown Cumberland, Maryland. While we’re proud of our roots in folk and Americana, today’s Gallery Stage is all about high-energy, full-band performances that deliver unforgettable experiences that result in winning content creation. We welcome artists who bring something bold, unique, and electrifying to the stage—acts that light up the room and connect deeply with an engaged, listening audience. With professional sound, an acoustically tuned space, and a passionate crowd, Gallery Stage is built for bands ready to make an impact.

We welcome performance inquiries from touring acts, regional artists, and booking agents. To streamline the booking process, please complete our Performance Inquiry Form below. This ensures your information reaches the appropriate members of our booking team. Please include:

• Links to your music (e.g., Bandcamp, Spotify, YouTube)  
• Link to brief bio or press kit
• Typical audience draw and touring history  
• Preferred dates and routing information (if applicable)  
• Technical requirements or stage plot  

We review all submissions and will contact you directly if we see a potential fit. Due to the volume of inquiries, we may not respond to every submission individually, but we appreciate your interest in performing at Gallery Stage.

Situated within the Ferleman Gallery at 9 North Centre Street, Gallery Stage offers a unique blend of visual and performing arts. Our venue accommodates up to 120 guests, providing an intimate atmosphere that enhances the connection between artists and audiences. For a visual glimpse into our space and past performances, please visit our Artists Photo Gallery.

We have invested in a state-of-the-art sound system to ensure exceptional audio quality for both performers and attendees. Our equipment includes:

• Soundcraft UI24R Digital Mixing Console: Remote-controlled mixing with full multitrack live recording capabilities.  
• Shure PSM300 IEM (6): Providing clean, personalized mixes for performers. We encourage bands to use our IEM to produce the best sound quality.
• Shure BETA 87A Condenser Microphones (3): Studio-grade vocal microphones offering detailed, warm tones with excellent gain-before-feedback.  
• Shure SM58 Pro XLR Microphones (2): Dnamic microphones for vocals and instruments.  
• Shure SM57 Instrument Microphones (2): For clean reproduction for amplified and acoustic instruments.
• Fat Toad I-58 Microphones (6): Handles high sound pressure levels and uses a cardioid pattern to capture clear audio while reducing background noise.
• Phenyx Pro Wireless Microphones (4): Reliable wireless flexibility with crisp vocal reproduction.  
• Radial J48 Active DI Box (1): High performance active direct box with the ability to handle extreme transients without distortion while delivering the natural sound of your instrument. 
• Hosa Sidekick Passive DI Box (3): Features an isolation transformer that transforms an instrument-level signal to a line-level signal. Used with guitar, bass, or keyboard.
• Direct Stage XLR (14): With 14 direct XLR drops on our raised stage, there is no sound latency across our entire audio infrastructure.
• Seismic Audio 12" Stage Monitors (4):  Versatile and flexible, these SA-12M.3's are used as backups for when bands are not able to use our in-ear systems. 
• ATS Acoustic Panels: Professionally installed broadband absorbers and diffusers for a sonically balanced and acoustically tuned room.  

A dedicated sound engineer is available for every performance, ensuring a seamless experience from soundcheck to encore. For additional information or specific technical inquiries, please contact us directly through our Performance Inquiry Form below. We look forward to the possibility of hosting your performance at Gallery Stage.

Many artists choose Gallery Stage not only for the exceptional sound quality in the room—but also to capture high-fidelity live recordings of their performances.

Thanks to our Soundcraft UI24R Digital Mixing Console, we offer full multitrack live recording directly from each stage input. Whether you're looking to release a live album, share standout moments with your fans, or simply archive your set for future projects, we make it easy.

Why artists love recording at Gallery Stage:

• Clean audio isolated by channel for post-production mixing.
• Acoustically tuned room with ATS acoustic treatment.
• No added cost for basic recording—we hand you the raw multitrack files.
• Royalties and revenue sharing for professional digital album production and distribution.

If you’re interested in capturing your show, just let us know when submitting your performance inquiry. Our team will coordinate with you in advance to ensure a smooth setup.

At Gallery Stage, a performance isn’t just a moment—it’s a launchpad for your story to travel far beyond the room. In today’s music landscape, compelling content drives connection, builds brand identity, and keeps fans engaged long after the last note.

Multi-Angle Video Capture with Mevo

Gallery Stage is equipped with three Mevo digital cameras strategically placed throughout the venue to capture professional-grade, multi-angle video of your performance. Whether we're livestreaming or producing content for post-show promotion, these cameras provide crisp, high-definition footage perfect for reels, music videos, or promotional trailers.

Visual Content & Brand Moments

Our stage lighting and intimate design creates a visually dynamic backdrop—great for still photography, artist interviews, and behind-the-scenes content. We welcome you to bring a team or coordinate with us in advance if you’re interested in capturing promotional content during your performance.

Maximize Reach Through Social

We encourage artists to turn their Gallery Stage set into a digital experience—whether it’s teaser clips, audience interaction videos, or story snippets. Content created here is ideal for building momentum, driving fan engagement, and strengthening your artistic brand. Gallery Stage isn’t just a venue—it’s a partner in elevating your presence both onstage and online.