Backwell Playhouse Bookings Terms & Conditions

CONDITIONS OF HIRE

  1. Seating at the Playhouse is strictly limited to 99
  2. Leave the Playhouse as found – including scenery, the position of lights, sound equipment, general tidiness etc
  3. Film/projection equipment must not be moved or used without specific permission
  4. All licences, royalties etc to be arranged and paid for by the hirer with no performance without appropriate permissions or royalties having been paid
  5. Any damage or missing equipment to be corrected by the hirers at their own cost
  6. A person not involved in other duties must take responsibility for Front of House/Health and Safety during public performances
  7. Hirers should be aware of all fire exits which must be kept clear at all times
  8. Hirers must make their own arrangements for the operation of lighting and sound equipment in the event of not hiring a Backwell Playhouse Theatre Technician
  9. The Playhouse allows access between the hours of 10:00 am to 11:00 pm, Monday to Sunday
  10. The Booking Manager will inform you of dates available for hire following your Booking Form submission
  11. Backwell Playhouse does not guarantee the dates you have applied for
  12. As the Playhouse is in a residential area, public performances should finish by 10.30 pm and all personnel have left the premises by 11.00 pm
  13. Box Office – the hirer is responsible for all their box office services

STANDARD HIRE CHARGES

  1. Booking charge £30 (one-off payment to cover costs for key holders and administration)
  2. Rehearsal charge of the theatre is £15 per hour to access and use the premises
  3. Technical Rehearsal charge is £100 (covers the use of all equipment, i.e. lighting, lighting desk, audio, and utility overheads between the hours of 10 am and 10:30 pm)
  4. Performance charge is £150 (per performance)

The Playhouse has paid for the right for music to be played in the auditorium as the audience enters and leaves and for overture music- but NOT for music to be played in the foyer.

By accepting these terms and conditions the Hirer confirms that they have their own public liability insurance policy

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Backwell Playhouse Members Only – please contact the Booking Manager for personal hire.

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