ABOUT

 

My work has spanned the whole spectrum of arts, music, film and theatre in the UK over the last 30 years. Specialising in live booking, marketing, promotion, event management, programming and PR, my career has included work in some of the UK’s major arts and music venues, film theatres and festivals as well as several local authorities and arts organisations.

After taking the plunge to set up my own business 20 years ago, I now manage Laughing Dog Music, providing a bespoke and friendly service for live booking.

I am based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, UK.

  • 'I've been working with Gail since 2019 and we have welcomed many of her artists (both UK-based and international) to the Festival in that time. Communication is always first-rate - clear, quick and easy - and has been matched by the professionalism and world-class artistry of all of those who have appeared on our stages.'

    Damian Thantrey, Festival Director, Lichfield Festival

  • 'Collaborating with Gail to bring her roster of world-class artists to our venue is always a pleasure. Gail is reliable, organised and always fair and honest in negotiating. This is reinforced when the artists she works with arrive ready to do a great job and delight our audiences.'

    Charlotte, Lyth Arts, Wick

  • "Our venue has thoroughly enjoyed working together with Gail who in all respects can only be described as a totally artist- and venue-friendly agent, a combination, which we found to be a rare commodity! Laughing Dog Music cultivates a very personalised approach to matching performers with venues and stands out by demonstrating a positive can do attitude at all times. Gail's excellent work attracts a great selection of wonderfully original artists who can all still be contacted directly, which makes for a constructive and efficient co-work between artists, agent and venue. Gail's flexible and down to earth approach is a great contribution to the preservation of an independent art scene - excellent work!"

    Claudia & Barry, The Hermon, Oswestry

  • "Excellent customer service for us promoters. Gail's communication is superb and her emails always have a cheery air about them!"

    Ian Cleverdon, Acoustic Roots, Wigan

  • “We've been booking acts through Gail for a few years now and she's always been a pleasure to work with. She's very friendly and personable in emails whilst remaining very professional and efficient, and all her acts are top quality. Highly recommended!”

    The Green Note, London