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How to: Technical rider

The document that lets the organiser know what you need, so you avoid surprises on the day.

8 min read Updated 20 April 2026 Download rider template (.docx)
  1. 1 A rider is the guide you send the organiser in advance. It is both a practical document and part of the contract.
  2. 2 The five parts: presentation, PA/mix/monitor, backline, input list, stage plot.
  3. 3 Keep it short and concrete. Only what actually matters for your show.
  4. 4 Be flexible. A rider is a collaborative conversation, not a demand.
  5. 5 Send the PDF to the technical lead 2–4 weeks before the show.

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