I’m Phoebe, the Promotions Manager at the legendary Thekla in Bristol, where I’ve been working since October 2023. In that time, I’ve had the privilege of working on some truly exciting projects with the team – planning iconic NYE parties, transforming the venue with unique decor, curating lineups for stages at Harbour Fest and Dot to Dot’s fringe, collaborating with legendary club promoters and so much more. It’s been an incredible journey so far.
My passion for music has been a constant in my life. I’ve been performing and regularly attending gigs since I was 12, especially drawn to emo, pop-punk, and alternative scenes. I spent my teen years fascinated with the music industry, attending 2-3 gigs per week and Thekla always had a special place in my heart. I became a Pressure regular as soon as I was old enough to get in, baffled that there were club nights that played the music I spent my youth listening to. My taste in music and events spans a wide variety of genres, indie gigs, hardcore shows, donk raves, pop festivals and everything in between!
Driven by a love for live events, I studied Event Management at BIMM in Bristol, where my passion for the industry was truly solidified. I started organizing a variety of events, from femme-focused drag shows to Midwest emo club nights, before securing my first full-time job in the industry – handling marketing for national tours and venues. This role led me into full-time club promotion, where I managed weekly events across multiple cities, ultimately bringing me to my role at Thekla.
Working at DHP has been an amazing experience. The company maintains a strong independent ethos, which I really value. The team is full of talented, like-minded people, and the level of trust and creative freedom I’ve been given is something I truly appreciate. It’s an environment where collaboration feels natural, with a great sense of mutual respect across the board. Joining the DHP family was one of the best career and creative decisions I’ve made, here’s to many more years with the team!
