Should You Cancel or Switch the Artist on a Booking?

Cancel vs Switch Artist (Best Practice)

Choose the option that keeps communication clear and improves your reporting.

Switch Artist (Use Sparingly)

Use Switch Artist only when:

  • You already confirmed the replacement artist directly, and

  • You need a fast swap (same day or emergency).

WarningImportant: Switch Artist sends a confirmation, not an invitation.

Cancel + Create New Booking (Recommended)

Cancel and recreate when:

  • You want clean tracking of cancellations by venue/artist.

  • The details changed significantly.

  • You need to re-invite multiple artists.

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