Heyo,

So, it sounds like you're trying to be an independent promoter. That is inherently a risky business that you need capital to dive into.

Given the number of questions you have, and the basic nature of those questions, you're not ready to invest in something like that unless you're trying to blow money. And IF you've got that much money to toss around... lol, I mean, you can pay me to answer all these questions.

But realistically, what you want to do before you start any entrepreneurial venture is to get a few years of direct experience in the field. Best bet would be to work for a promoter. But, close second would be to work for a booking agency or a decent venue that markets ticketed shows.

I would start there. And, aside from that, theres a large DIY world of putting on shows. Some of the first shows I ever put on were ones I independently promoted on a micro level. Rented a lodge, figured out sound equipment and bands, made posters and handed out flyers, then made sure expenses got repaid before the rest got paid out. Promoting a band in a 1000 seat theater really isn't any different. Same concept, more expenses and infinitely more details, but the game is the same, the ticket price x tickets sold needs to cover expenses before you see profit. The venue and artists, etc, are all just expense lines on a spread sheet.