Winston FAQ:
 

Q: Can I ask you a question?
A: Yes.

Q: So, where is the Winston Kingdom?
A: Warmoesstraat 131, just of Dam Square. 5 minutes from Amsterdam Central Station.

Q: What time do you open?
A: 9pm. Sometimes earlier, depending on showtime. Check calendar.

Q: Do you take reservations?
A: Sometimes, will be noted on the calendar

Q: Do you pre-sell tickets to shows?
A: Sometimes, will be noted on the calendar.

Q: Where can I park when I come to Winston.
A: Parking is available in the Bijenkorf Garage or on the streets. It’s terrribly expensive, try the train, tram or bike!

Q: I’m playing tonight, where do I park?
A: See above.

Q: I’m playing tonight, where do I load in?
A: Enter the Warmoesstraat from the Dam and drive to the poles. Load in from there.

Q: Can you open the poles?
A: No, we wish.

Q: Can I rent the Winston for a night?
A: Yes, you can. Birthdays, borrels, try-outs, video-shoots, etc, it’s all possible. Call or email for inquiries.

Q: I have a great concept for a new clubnight and I think Winston would be the perfect location for it. Should I call or email?
A: Yes, please send us email with your ideas and we’ll get back to you asap.

Q: Can play with my band in the Winston?
A: Maybe, please send an email with a link to your website and/or myspace, plus your contact details. We’ll check it out. Don’t send unsollicited demo cd’s or mp3’s. Tapes are welcome, because tapes rule and we can re-use them.

Q: I sent an email a few days ago, but haven’t heard anything yet, should I call you?
A: No

Q: Come by?
A: No

Q: Send another email?
A: No, we will contact you IF we are interested. Unfortunately we cannot respond to every email.

Q: I’m a DJ
A: Cool

Q: Can I DJ in the Winston?
A: Maybe, see above.

Q: Can I buy tickets for an upcoming show?
A: No, for most nights we only sell tickets at the door on the night itself. In case there’s pre-sale or a reservation list, it will say so on the website.

Q: Can I work in the Winston?
A: Probably not at the moment, but you can always email a resume.

Q: Can I do an internship in the Winston?
A: Maybe, please send us an email with your assignments and ideas.

Q: I run an online music site you've never heard of, and we believe your venue would benefit greatly from advertising on our site, which stresses the importance of DIY music. Our ad rates start at...
A: No