02听Finding a Venue You've probably already raved at most of the places you're likely to want to play. If not, have a look through the listings in your local paper or pick up some fliers in record shops.
If it's a venue you haven't been to before make sure you check it out first - it helps to form a picture in your mind of what your performance may look, feel and sound like.
If you can, try and talk to anyone you know who's performed there before.
They may be able to give you some tips about the sound check and the promoter and any other things you may need to know.
If there aren't any live venues in your area consider booking a community hall or function room in a hotel or bar. It's not ideal but plenty of artists have started out like this.