concert at the Knitting Factory in New York

[CASAgurl25]

Hi!!

I'm a noob with very little experience with photography. Ok, so here's the thing:

I'm considering going to a concert @ the Knitting Factory. I was invited. The way things are going for me, I'm really not into the band but I'd go for building my portfolio.
I have a standard pocket-size digicam, a Canon A530, nothing fancy:meh:. I've researched photos of the place online and have seen stellar pictures taken at the venue.

What are the best settings on a basic digicam for dark places and strobe lighting...i don't know what to call them but they're bright lights that light up the acts and they're almost always in the back and the front so the people can see.

THanks a bunch and looking forward to replies.