FAQ/Venues
General
What is Dan Smalls Presents?
Dan Smalls Presents is a talent buyer, event promotion, and event production agency based in Ithaca, NY. We bring quality acts to venues of all sizes, from small clubs to theatres and arenas. We produce events for musical acts, corporations, not-for profits, etc. in and around the Finger Lakes region of New York State.
Who is Dan Smalls?
Dan Smalls is the founder and president of DSP and his biography can be found under the “About” tab.
How do I contact Dan Smalls Presents?
Our business line is 607.280.2900 and our email is dan@dansmallspresents.com. You can also contact us via Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/dansmallspresents and Twitter at https://twitter.com/dansmalls
Venue Specific Questions:
The State Theatre
What is the State Theatre?
The State Theatre is a historic theatre in downtown Ithaca with a capacity of 1611 people. Dan Smalls Presents frequently puts on events here, and they range from comedy acts to rock, indie, country, and blues musical acts. The events here are assigned seats unless noted otherwise, and there is a bar in the theatre for those who wish to purchase alcohol.
How do I get to the State Theatre?
The State Theatre is located at 107 West State Street, Ithaca, NY 14850. This page has directions from many different areas: http://www.stateofithaca.com/parkinganddirections.html
How can I contact the State Theatre?
The State Theatre can be reached by phone at 607.277.8283. Their email address is info@stateofithaca.com
Is there parking at the State Theatre?
Parking is available in two city garages located within walking distance of the theatre. The closest has entrances off Green and South Cayuga Streets. There is also ample parking available on the street.
The Haunt
What is The Haunt?
The Haunt is a bar and music venue serving the Ithaca area for over 30 years. Their capacity is 450 people, and events here are general admission (standing) unless noted otherwise. There is no official coat check, but there is space to hang up your coat. The accept Visa, MasterCard, AMEX and Discover at the door. The bar accepts Visa or MasterCard only. More info available at: www.thehaunt.com
How do I get to The Haunt?
The Haunt is located at 702 Willow Avenue, Ithaca, NY 14850. From downtown Ithaca (Seneca St), take West Seneca St west until you reach N Meadow St and take a right. Stay on this road for 1 mile until you reach Willow Ave (There is a traffic light) and take a left. You’ll see The Haunt on your left after 0.1 miles.
How can I contact The Haunt?
The Haunt can be reached by phone at 607.275.3447, and they can be reached through an email form on this page: http://www.thehaunt.com/contact.html
Is there parking at The Haunt?
Yes, The Haunt has a parking lot, however please carpool if possible.
Do I need ID to get into the Haunt?
The Haunt requires all patrons to have identification that provides proof of age. Only valid State issued driver's license, valid State issued Non-Driver's Identification, Military ID and passports will be accepted. Sorry, we can’t make exceptions to this rule.
Brewery Ommegang
What is Brewery Ommegang?
Brewery Ommegang is a brewer of Belgian style ales located in Cooperstown, NY that also acts as a concert venue. Its capacity is 5000 people, and camping, food, and drinks (alcoholic and non) are available. Events here are general admission (standing) unless noted otherwise.
How do I get to Brewery Ommegang?
Brewery Ommegang is located at 656 County Highway 33, Cooperstown, NY. From Ithaca, take 79 west for 30 miles and then take a left onto 206. After 27 miles, take the entrance onto I-88 E, and after 30 miles, take exit 17 to get onto 28 N. After 10 miles, take a right onto 166 N, and then take a left onto County Highway 33. You’ll see Brewery Ommegang on your right after 2.5 miles.
How can I contact Brewery Ommegang?
Brewery Ommegang can be reached by phone at 800.544.1809, and their email is info@ommegang.com
Is there camping at Brewery Ommegang?
Yes, convenient onsite camping is available at Brewery Ommegang. Bathrooms and water are available onsite, but no showers. Please no fires or pets, and respect your neighbors. You'll need to carry in all gear, but have no fear it's under a 5 minute walk and after all, this isn't car camping.
What other rules are there at Brewery Ommegang?
Events at Brewery Ommegang are held rain or shine. Feel free to bring chairs and blankets, but glass, pets, umbrellas, alcohol, tailgating, coolers, and outside food are not permitted.
Rochester Thursday Concert Series
Where can I find out more information about the Rochester Thursday Concert Series (formerly Party in the Park)?
Ticketing
Where can I buy tickets to shows? Why are there service charges? How can I avoid them?
Tickets for DSP shows at the Haunt can be purchased at the Haunt, (702 Willow Ave), the State Theatre Box Office (107 West State Street, Ithaca ), online via our website, or at McNeil Music (110 West Green Street). State Theatre shows can be purchased at the State Theatre Box Office or online at stateofithaca.com. The State Theatre Box Office is open Monday- Friday 10-5 and Saturday 10-4, or any night we have a show (2 hours before the performance until 1 hour after curtain). There is no service charge for tickets purchased in person at any of these locations.
The service charges for online and telephone sales are slightly vary depending on ticket price, delivery method, and number of tickets. DSP negotiated with several companies to ultimately provide the lowest service charges possible to the customer for online and phone sales. We found these to be some of the lowest in the nation.
I ordered tickets, when can I pick them up?
You can have them mailed to you (if it’s more than two weeks from the event), otherwise your tickets will be available for pickup (aka Will-Call) the night of the show. Tickets are usually ready for pickup starting an hour before doors. You cannot pick up your tickets prior to this, sorry.
My son/daughter ordered tickets using my credit card, but it says the cardholder needs to be the one to pick up the tickets. Is that true?
Print the ticket order confirmation page that is emailed to you and jot a note on the bottom stating that you (cardholder) authorize the other person to pick up the tickets. Have your son or daughter bring that note and their ID and the box office will release the tickets to him/her. Otherwise please call the venue at least 24 hours prior to the show and we’ll do our best to accommodate you.
Are tickets refundable? What if a show is rescheduled or cancelled?
Tickets are not refundable, all sales are final. Is a show is rescheduled the new date will be immediately posted to this website and your ticket for the original show will be honored at the rescheduled date. If a show is cancelled and no make up date is announced then the ticket is refundable (less service charges unfortunately — our ticketing company’s policy, not ours); the refund will happen automatically if you purchased with a credit card, otherwise if you paid cash you need to bring your ticket back to the place of purchase for a refund. Cash refunds are available for 30 days.
What are the age requirements for a show? I’m under 18 and want to come to a show?
DSP shows are typically all ages, but make sure to check the event page for the specific show. Age restrictions are noted there.
What type of ID is accepted?
We accept identification that provides proof of age from a valid State driver's license, valid State Non-Driver's license, Military ID and passports. Sorry, we can’t make exceptions to this rule.
Our exclusive venues…
The State Theatre of Ithaca – CAPACITY 1611
109 West State Street, Ithaca, NY 14850
607.27.STATE – www.stateofithaca.com
Asbury Hall at Babeville – CAPACITY 1200
341 Deleware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202
716.852.1851 – www.babevillebuffalo.com/asburyhall
Brewery Ommegang – CAPACITY 5000
656 County Highway 33, Cooperstown, NY 13326
607.544.1800 – www.ommegang.com
Party in the Park Summer Concert Series – CAPACITY 7000
Riverside Festival Site, Rochester, NY 14604
cityofrochester.gov/PIP/
The Haunt – CAPACITY 450
702 Willow Avenue, Ithaca, NY 14850
607.275.3447 – www.thehaunt.com
Event Gallery at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts – CAPACITY 450
200 Hurd Road, Bethel, NY 12720
(845) 583-2000 - www.bethelwoodscenter.org/
The Ninth Ward at Babeville – CAPACITY 200
341 Deleware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202
716.852.1851 – www.babevillebuffalo.com/
Harro East Ballroom – CAPACITY 1000
155 N. Chestnut Street, Rochester, NY 14604
585.454.0230 – www.harroeastballroom.com
Other venues:
Ithaca
CSMA (capacity: 300)
Cornell Cinema (capacity: 350)
Ithaca College A and E Center (capacity: 6500)
Hangar Theatre (capacity: 350)
Rochester
Auditorium Theatre (capacity: 2900)
Water Street Music Hall (capacity: 300/900)
Main Street Armory (capacity: 5000)
Syracuse
Westcott Theatre (capacity: 700)
Papermill Island Amphitheatre (capacity: 3000)
NYS
UPAC, Kingston (capacity:1500)
Anderson Center, Binghamton (capacity:1300)
Bardavon 1869 Opera House, Poughkeepsie (capacity: 990)
Asbury Hall at Babeville, Buffalo (capacity:1200 open, 800 seated)
PA
Sovereign Center, Reading (capacity: 2000)
FM Kirby Center, Wilkes-Barre (capacity: 1800)
ME
South Portland Auditorium, Portland Pier