Self Made Online: How to Run Events Like a Pro
Ages 18-30
Online
- Date: Tue 10 June
- Time: 6:30–7:30 pm
- Online
- Price: Free
Thinking of hosting your own event but not sure where to start? Whether you’re looking for a step-by-step guide, fresh inspiration, or a deeper understanding of what makes a great live experience, this session will give you the tools to bring your ideas to life.
Join Dan Tsu – creative director, event producer, and head of Glastonbury Festival’s Rum Shack – for a crash course in live events. This interactive session will cover everything from building an event brand to curating line-ups, with insights drawn from over 20 years in the creative industries.
What you get
- Event planning fundamentals – Learn what to consider before launching an event.
- Building an event brand – Create a concept with longevity and impact.
- Promoting your event – Discover strategies to attract the right audience.
- Curating & programming – Understand how to book and structure a compelling line-up.
- Behind-the-scenes industry insights – Gain knowledge from Dan’s experience across festivals, music, and spoken word.
Who is leading the session?
Dan Tsu is a creative director, event producer, educator and founder of creative agency Lyrix Organix (est. 2009). A multi-disciplinary facilitator (British Council), Lead Lecturer (BIMM London) & Senior Programme Manager (Roundhouse), Dan designs and delivers live platforms and youth education programmes across music, spoken word, social action, entrepreneurship and event management for the likes of Southbank Centre, Trinity Laban, Royal Central School of Speech & Drama, British Council and Cardboard Citizens.
Dan is perhaps best known as co-founder of Glastonbury Festival’s legendary Rum Shack – working with the likes of Greentea Peng, Akala, Kojey Radical, Kae Tempest and Mike Skinner. As director of Lyrix Organix, Dan is renowned for boundary-pushing physical and digital events that explore the intersection of live music, poetry and hip hop, to promote youth and social action. He has worked from Ukraine to Cuba, Ethiopia to Mexico
Do I need any experience to take part?
No experience needed – this session is open to all.
How to join
Book your place now on this page. We will send you the zoom link at least 24 hours before the event starts.
About Self Made
Self Made Online is our free, online bite-size how-to’s giving 18-30’s the skills to go freelance or become an entrepreneur in the creative industries. Find out more about our Self Made programme.
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I HAVE ADDITIONAL NEEDS. WHAT SUPPORT IS AVAILABLE?
We are committed to supporting D/deaf, disabled and neurodiverse young people, those with medical conditions, access requirements or any lived experience that may require adaptation, support or sensitivity. If there is anything you would like to let us (our youth workers, tutors or staff) know that will support your enjoyment and access, you can do so by emailing us at advicebase@roundhouse.org.uk, and we will contact you to discuss further how to best support your engagement.