Venue agreement template

You can download the venue agreement template below:

Here is a checklist you can use in making sure your deal suits your needs:

[ ] Check which performance dates and times are available. Make sure you know if rehearsal time is included as part of your rental – and if so, what dates/hours you can rehearse in the space
[ ] Be sure to ask about the timeframe for bump-in and bump-outs and if this is included as part of your rental
[ ] Find out what equipment and facilities (for lighting, sound, AV etc.) are available and included at the venue
[ ] Ask if technical staff are on hand for sound and lighting during performances or if it is up to your company to arrange
[ ] Check the venue’s insurance coverage and ask whether your show needs to hold public liability insurance
[ ] Check if the venue runs its own box office and what the associated costs are / if they take a cut at the door
[ ] Ask if the venue provides any support in the way of marketing services
[ ] Ask the date of the box office payout and be sure this is included in the contract
[ ] Ask what happens in the event of a cancellation either on your own part or the venue’s. Set down the timeline for advance notice and any monetary penalties. Scrutinise the conditions for cancellation closely!