What is a significant disadvantage of performing in a large venue?

Hiring a large venue can indeed be costly due to several factors. Large venues often come with higher rental fees that reflect their capacity to host a significant number of attendees. Additionally, the expenses related to insurance, staffing (including security, technicians, and ushers), equipment rentals, and potentially more elaborate staging and sound requirements can contribute to an overall higher expenditure compared to smaller venues. These factors combine to create a substantial financial burden for performers and event organizers, making it a notable disadvantage when considering performance settings.

In contrast, the other choices do not align as closely with the drawbacks typically associated with large venues. While extensive acoustic treatment can be a concern, many large venues are already designed to accommodate sound dynamics effectively. Intimate audience engagement is generally less feasible in larger settings, which diminishes connection rather than enhancing it. Lastly, large venues usually do not limit the types of performances; rather, they can accommodate a wider variety of events due to their size and facilities.