Unions
A trade union is formed when individuals who are workers in a particular industry or industries join together in order to better their working conditions and to achieve goals beneficial to all the workers involved. A Union is an organisation which aims to improve the working lives of its members and to represent their interests. To achieve these aims, unions may; negotiate with employers, organise industrial action, set minimum pay levels, lobby government departments and ministers, take up legal claims and provide numerous services to their members.
Workers have the right to belong to a trade union. Being in a union helps to balance the power that employers have over individual employees. If a trade union is 'recognised' by the an employer, it means that the employer acknowledges that the union represents the employees in that company and they will be prepared to negotiate with the union. For example, Equity has recognition rights with a huge number of employers across the performing arts industry. This gives them the right to receive certain information and to negotiate for their members.
People within the performing arts industry are able to join Unions such as Equity, BECTU or MU. However, some are limited to just Musicians (MU), for example, depending on their career choice. Performers, Production Artists, Directors, etc. working within the performing arts industry are allowed to join Unions, which gives them protection from things such as flawed contracts and allows them to voice their opinions and concerns and to fight for better working conditions.
Equity
Equity is the UK trade union for professional performers and creative practitioners. It was founded in 1930 by a group of by a group of West End performers and is now a leading organisation within the performing arts industry. They deal with the issues raised by members working in all areas of the industry e.g. feature films, theatre in education shows, the circus or any other live or recorded work.
They have around 36,000 members (though the number changes daily). Their members include; actors, singers, dancers, choreographers, stage managers, theatre directors and designers, variety and circus artists, television and radio presenters, walk-on and supporting artists, models, stunt performers and directors and theatre fight directors. Equity supports their members by negotiating their terms and conditions with employers. They also have an additional 5,000 Student Members, who are able to access information and advice to help them to prepare for work in the industry. Equity also works internationally, through the Federation of International Artists (which Equity helped to establish), the International Committee for Artistic Freedom and through agreements with sister unions in various other countries.
Here is a link to the web page that shows you how to join:
http://www.equity.org.uk/about-us/join-us/how-can-i-join/
Subscription fees
Subscription fees are based on potential members' previous tax year's gross earnings, including royalties, repeats and residuals. In addition, they must pay the annual subscription fee. In order to join or rejoin the union those interested must pay a one-off fee of £28. There is a £5 discount for those paying by direct debit.
- If gross annual income is less than £20,000, annual subscription is £120.
- If gross annual income is between £20,000 and £35,000, annual subscription is £210.
- If gross annual income is between £35,000 and £50,000, annual subscription is £361.
- If gross annual income is more than £50,000: Members pay at the rate which is in line with 1% of their gross income: £602 £603 £1,204 £1,505 £1,806 £2,107 £2,408
- Joining costs £17.50 which includes a professional name reservation.
- Annual subscription is £17.50 per year.
- When upgrading to full Equity, student members deduct £10 for each year of student membership from the cost of becoming a full Member.
Campaigns
Equity is not politically affiliated, so they don't make payments to any political party. This allows them to equally lobby all political parties. Equity do a lot of campaigning and organising and they often take the things that matter to their members to parliament and other places of influence. Members generally take part in all the union’s activities. They lobby governments, employers and others on issues such as funding, agency regulation, National Insurance status of artists, entertainment licensing, venue closures, BBC licence fee, tax structure for film-makers, credits on television, intellectual property rights and a range of other things that affect their members and the industry.
Here is a list of campaigns Equity are involved in:
"I Won't Pretend"
http://www.equity.org.uk/campaigns/i-won-t-pretend/
#ItsUpToUs
http://www.equity.org.uk/campaigns/itsuptous/
Arts Cuts Campaign
BBC Cuts - There Is An Alternative
Cast in Wales
Credit where it's due
Equal representation of women petition
Invest For Success
It gets better (LGBT)
Low Pay & No Pay
Make it in Northern Ireland
Make it in Scotland
My Theatre Matters!
TV is Changing
http://www.equity.org.uk/campaigns/tv-is-changing/Services
Equity negotiate minimum terms and conditions of employment throughout the entertainment industry. They make sure that these take account of social, economic and technological changes (e.g. satellite, digital television, new media, Internet only productions, podcasting etc.). Benefits of becoming an Equity member include; having representation, having access to advice and the relevant services, as well as having their continued support.
Other benefits of having Equity membership include;
- Payment and Condition Negotiation- Working under Equity terms protects workers. Members have to discuss contracts for any international work with Equity before signing them.
- Equity Cards- Being a member of Equity shows an individual's commitment to their profession. Equity cards are a universally recognised symbol of peoples statuses as professionals.
- Professional Name Reservations- Equity reserves professional names if they are not used by other member.
- Representation- They represent members individually or collectively in disputes with employers.
- Help and Advice- Equity gives advice to members and/or their agents on contracts and conditions for working in the UK/internationally and on areas of the industry that members have little knowledge of. Local Equity branches can also be of help.
- Campaigns- Equity lobbies employers and governments on a variety of issues that affect members and the industry.
- Royalties and Other Payments- Every year Equity distributes hundreds of thousands of pounds in payments for members’ work in television and film re-runs, sales of DVDs, videos and audio recordings (e.g. cast albums).
- Contract Enforcement- If is believed that their are outstanding royalties and/or residuals from productions made on Equity contracts, Equity investigates the situation, they recover what has been lost and distribute the money.
- Legal Support- They offer free legal advice and support for contracts issues and personal injury claims. If Equity takes on a case, they pay all the legal fees and the member receives the full amount of the court's award. In addition, they assist with personal legal matters such as wills, probate and conveyancing.
- Bullying Reporting Line- If members are bullied at work, they can inform Equity by calling the reporting line.
- Tax and Welfare Support- Equity offer free advice on National Insurance, tax, Jobseekers Allowance (JSA), welfare benefits and pensions. If necessary, they take members' cases to tribunals.
- Public Liability Insurance (PLI)- Full Equity members automatically receive up to 10 million pounds in PLI. This can be an important protection for members. Equity Student members are covered for up to 2 million pounds in PLI.
- Accident and Backstage Insurance- Members are covered for accident and backstage insurance automatically. This helps Equity members who are unable to work due to an accident. There is additional accident insurance available for dancers and physical artists, which costs £12.19 per year.
- Equity Members’ Personal Pension- The Equity Members' Personal Pension Scheme is the only one in which theatre, radio and TV employers pay into. Members must register (free) in order to take out an individual policy, so that they are able give the number to their employers.
- Dance Passport- With a Dance Passport, Equity dancers and choreographers are able to access support and services from unions throughout Europe.
- Job Information Service- The Equity Job Information Service gives relevant information on job opportunities within the industry.
- Digs List- This is held at head office and is in the Members’ Area of the Equity website.
- Publications- There is an Equity Magazine, which is sent to all members. It consists of news, features and articles. Members also receive other Equity publications, such as The Review Of The Year, Guides, Diary and standard contracts.
- The Website- The Equity website consists of news, information, documents, Directories and Campaign updates. It also helps members to access the other parts of the industry through links to other websites. The Members’ Area includes a job information service, detailed information, copies of insurance policies and certificates and forums. Members are able to pay their subscription online if they are within 13 weeks of their membership expiry date.
- Online Directories- Members can submit their details on their personal page within the Members’ Area of the website. Other online directories, such as Walk on and Supporting artists, have been done in partnership with Spotlight and can be found at www.spotlight.com.
- The Network- Equity's members are from various fields within the performing arts industry. Therefore, it is possible for them to network, share and benefit from other members’ experiences and support. Members can also connect on Equity's Facebook, Twitter and other social networking pages and groups.
- Careers Advice- Members and student members have the opportunity to use Equity's one-to-one Careers and Learning Advice Service.
- Workshops and Training- Equity offers members free resources on CD rims. They also support the Actors’ Centres, which offer relevant short courses. Equity also runs workshops.
- Health and Safety- They monitor health and safety legislation, advise the Health and Safety Executives, financially supports the Healthier Dancer Programme and provide H & S guidelines and advice for their members. It is important that members contact Equity if they have an accident at work and that they put the details in the venue’s Accident Book.
- Medical Support (BAPAM)- Equity supports the British Association of Performing Arts Medicine (BAPAM) which provide free advice and clinical assessments for members who have medical, psychological or dental problems that are performance related.
- Charities- The Equity Benevolent Fund (EBF) makes grants to members who have financial problems. Equity’s International Committee for Artists Freedom (ICAF) and the International Performers Aid Trust (IPAT) help performers and venues on an international level. Members can also seek help from the Equity Charitable Trust. www.equitycharitabletrust.org.uk.
- Discounts- Equity members can receive discounts on a huge variety of goods and services.
- Union Energy- The TUC has set up Union Energy to give union members a good deal on mains gas and electricity. The agreement is with Scottish Power.
- Equity Credit Card- This offers competitive rates for members.
- Industry Information Service- Agents and industry organisations subscribe to get regular updates about Equity Agreements.
Contact information
Equity have branches in London, The Midlands, The North East, The North West and The Isle of Man, Scotland and Northern Ireland, South East England, Wales and South West England.
Head Office London
Guild House
Upper St Martins Lane
London
WC2H 9EG
Telephone: 020 7379 6000
Email: info@equity.org.ukFax: 020 7379 7001
For more information on Equity;
http://www.equity.org.uk/home/
You can visit their Facebook Page:http://www.equity.org.uk/home/
You can visit their Twitter Page:https://twitter.com/EquityUK
MU
The Musicians’ Union is an trade union, which was founded in 1893 and which is known worldwide. They represents over 30,000 musicians, who in all parts of the music business. They negotiate with the well-respected employers in the industry on behalf of musicians. They offer a a variety of services for those who are self-employed. The Musicians’ Union has specialist full-time officials, who work to eliminate the issues raised by musicians working in live arenas, recording studios, or when writing and composing. These issues may include copyright protection, contractual advice, recovery of unpaid fees, work in health and safety, etc..
Campaigns
They are involved in a number of campaigns in relation to the music industry's issues. The Musicians’ Union campaigns on behalf of its members at local, national and international levels. They fight for things such as; copyright extensions, national insurance, instruments on planes, music education and arts funding. They are in contact with the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and they ensure that musicians are represented throughout important debates which affect musicians working in all areas of the industry.
The MU is part Performers’ Alliance Parliamentary Group (PPAG), which organises receptions at the House of Commons, which enable performers to meet and discuss issues with members of both houses. The MU is a founding member of the Federation of Entertainment Unions (FEU), a group of the major trade organisations, which are active in the UK’s performing arts sector. This allows them to participate in activities with their sister unions (in arts and entertainment industry).
The MU work also work internationally. They play a role in the International Federation of Musicians (FIM) (who bring together 72 musicians’ unions, from all over the world, to protect and expand on the economic, social and artistic interests of musicians).
The MU’s current campaigns include:
Work Not Play
http://www.worknotplay.co.uk/
Lost Arts
http://www.lost-arts.org/
Music Supported Here
http://www.musicsupportedhere.com/
Honesty Code
http://www.honestycode.com/
Services
Benefits of becoming an MU member include:
- Insurance Schemes- All members are insured for legal liability of £10m, to cover injury to members of the public or damage to property. They are also entitled to instrument and equipment insurance of up to £2,000, as well as Personal Accident cover and tax investigation cover. Also, members have access to Professional Indemnity Insurance Scheme from £50 a year (plus £5 admin fee).
- Legal Assistance- The MU's legal team aid members in disputes over unpaid fees, cancellations, injury compensation, intellectual property rights, recording contracts, songwriting, touring or merchandising (at no additional cost).
- Nationwide Network- Members are able to view online noticeboards, which gives them access to fellow musicians. There are also helplines for personal, legal, financial and medical assistance. There is also access to music, as well as courses and workshops.
- Rights Protection- Composers, Songwriters and Producers are able to contact The MU in order to protect their copyright and property rights. The Union continually updates its rights’ service for musicians in recording and publishing, including online developments.
- Career & Business Advice- Members can gain career opportunities by joining a community of musicians and benefiting from their experiences. The MU's professional advisers also offer commercial guidance.
- Teacher services- Musicians who teach can receive help with lesson planning documentation, obtaining Criminal Records Bureau clearance, National Insurance contributions, pension issues, claiming holiday pay and other teaching-related matters.
- Campaigns And Lobbying
- The MU Website
- Membership Directories
- Health And Safety
- Medical hotline
- Salary And Rate Negotiation
- Rights Protection
- Discount Schemes
Here is the link to a web page that shows you how you can become a member:
http://www.musiciansunion.org.uk/join-the-mu/join-now-2/
Subscription Fees
Membership only lasts for 1 year, so it must be annually renewed. Subscription fees can be paid by cash, cheque, credit card, or by direct debit.
The annual membership rates are:
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£195.00
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£48.75
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£16.25
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The Full Time Student rate is £20 per year by Credit/debit card only. There is no Direct Debit option.
Contact Information
The Musicians’ Union has offices in London, Cardiff, Birmingham, Manchester and Glasgow.
London Region
Regional Senior Organiser: Dave Webster
33 Palfrey Place
London
SW8 1PE
london@theMU.org
020 7840 5504
You can find more information at:
http://www.musiciansunion.org.uk/
You can visit their Twitter Page:https://twitter.com/WeAreTheMU
BECTU
Broadcasting, Entertainment, Cinematograph and Theatre Union (BECTU) is a media and entertainment trade union in The UK. It was founded in 1991 the Association of Cinematograph Television and Allied Technicians (ACTT) and the Broadcasting and Entertainment Trades Alliance (BETA) merged together. They have around 25,000 members who work for either broadcasting, film, independent productions, theatre, leisure or digital media. They represent staff, contract and freelance workers. Membership is available for anyone who is works or is seeking employment in the sectors covered by BECTU. It is completely voluntary to join, which can be done online. The union is financed by subscriptions from it's members.
Here is the link to a web page that shows you how you can join:
https://www.bectu.org.uk/get-involved/join-bectu
The BECTU's goal is to protect jobs and yo improve pay and conditions of service (e.g. pensions). It promotes the interests of it's members by using their influence to persuade employers to treat their staff fairly. They aim to make improvements to pay and conditions of employment (e.g. working hours, sick pay, holiday entitlement, and job security) and to give the maximum protection to it's members by committing themselves to improving health and safety, equality and training.
The BECTU has recognition agreements with a huge variety of employers who work in the media and entertainment industries (from large scale employers like the BBC, ITV, the National Theatre or Odeon, through to smaller scale employers such as the Brewery Arts Centre in Kendal, or an animation workshop in Bristol). At times, their agreements are with groups of employers, such as with the Society of London Theatre, SOLT, or the Producers Alliance for Cinema and Television (PACT). Their recognition agreements grant them the right to negotiate for staff and/or freelance workers covered by those agreements.
Subscription fees
Members monthly or annual subscription is based on their gross annual earnings.
- If gross annual income is £12,501- £15,000* then monthly income is £11.25 and annual subscription is £135.
- If gross annual income is £15,001- £17,500 then monthly income is £12.50 and annual subscription is £150.
- If gross annual income is £17,501- £20,000 then monthly income is £14.58 and annual subscription is £175.
- If gross annual income is £20,001- £22,500 then monthly income is £16.66 and annual subscription is £200.
- If gross annual income is £22,501- £25,000 then monthly income is £18.75 and annual subscription is £225.
- If gross annual income is £25,001- £27,500 then monthly income is £20.83 and annual subscription is £250.
- If gross annual income is £27,501- £30,000 then monthly income is £22.92 and annual subscription is £275.
- If gross annual income is £30,001- £32,500 then monthly income is £25 and annual subscription is £300.
- If gross annual income is £32,501- £35,000 then monthly income is £27.08 and annual subscription is £325.
- If gross annual income is £35,001- £37,500 then monthly income is £29.17 and annual subscription is £350.
- If gross annual income is £37,501- £40,000 then monthly income is £31.25 and annual subscription is £375.
- If gross annual income is £40,001 or over then monthly income is £33.33 and annual subscription is £400.
New members, who work freelance are able to join BECTU as a full member for one year for £60. This is half the standard joining fee and includes all services as well as access to low-cost public liability insurance. Also The BECTU has a one-year introductory rate of £10 a month.
Campaigns
Campaigns and Projects The BECTU is currently involved in:
BBC Pay and Pensions
BBC Vision Fixed Term Contracts Campaign 2012
https://www.bectu.org.uk/get-involved/campaigns/cooperative-agency
Delivering Quality First
https://www.bectu.org.uk/get-involved/campaigns/dqf
End BBC Contractors Poverty Pay
https://www.bectu.org.uk/get-involved/campaigns/end-bbc-contractors-poverty-pay
Organising VFX
https://www.bectu.org.uk/get-involved/campaigns/VFX
Say No To Exploitation In TV
Sound Values, Value Sound
https://www.bectu.org.uk/get-involved/campaigns/sound-values
Services
The benefits of becoming a member of BECTU include:
Contact Information
BECTU's have offices in London, Birmingham, Cardiff, Salford Quays and Glasgow.
Head Office London-
373-377 Clapham Road
London
SW9 9BT
020 7346 0900
You can find out more information about them at:
https://www.bectu.org.uk/home
You can visit their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/BECTUOfficial?rf=101887156519557
You can visit their Twitter Page:https://twitter.com/bectu
Casting Agencies
Casting agencies find people for different fields like modelling, singing, acting, dancing and others. Their clients are production companies who wish to cast models, singers, actors, dancers, etc. in their projects. The production companies may be searching for Actors for their new production of a West End show or singers for a local concert etc. Casting Agencies work for Producers and Directors.
Casting Directors and agencies are hired to screen the right 'types' based on a 'breakdown' designed by the client. A 'breakdown' from the production company of a project is very specific, and states includes things such as; as age range, gender, 'types' (e.g. business, alternative or athletic) and skills (e.g. playing an instrument, dancing, surf boarding, horse riding etc.).
The Casting Agency is responsible for finding the people who best fit the criteria of the 'breakdown'. A Casting Agency schedules talent for auditions, oversees the audition process, and ensures that the director and production company view the talent and 'types' that they need for projects. It is the Casting Director's decision as to who gets the job.
Here are a few links to some casting agencies:
http://7casting.co.uk/
http://www.oneface.co.uk/casting-agencies.html
http://expressionscasting.co.uk/
http://home.maddogcasting.com/
http://www.nemesiscasting.co.uk/
Production Companies
A Theatre Production Company is a company that produces plays, musicals, ballets, operas, dance shows etc.. A Theatre Production Company usually consists of a production crew, performers and other necessary members of staff. Performers (e.g. Actors, Dancers, Singers etc.) can be found by Producers and Directors via Casting Agencies. These same performers may be part of a Union, which helps to make sure that they are treated fairly by their new employers. Once their production is ready to be open to the public, the Production Company can work with Ticket Booking Agencies to sell their tickets and Theatre Publications to advertise their production.
Other Production Companies produce TV shows, radio shows, films and videos. The production company may be responsible for fundraising for productions or may accomplish this through a parent company, partners, or private investors. They deal with budgeting, scheduling, scripting, hiring staff (Some may be found on Casting Agencies) (e.g. Actors, Extras, Film Crew, Presenters etc.), organising staff, the production itself, post-production and marketing. They are usually either owned or under contract with a film studio, entertainment company, or Motion Picture Company, who act as the production company's partner or parent company (this is called the 'studio system'). Production Companies can be mainstream independent or completely independent. TV Production Companies work under a television network. Production companies can work together in co-productions.
The National Theatre Wales
National Theatre Wales is the English-speaking national theatre company of Wales, founded by a community of theatre makers and practitioners in May 2009. The company have no permanent theatre building, so instead they set up their stage in forests, beaches, aircraft hangars, post-industrial towns, village halls, nightclub etc.
Although they have a main programme, the company is also developing the National Theatre Wales' Assembly programme, which they call ‘a series of bespoke, democratically-elected creative arts projects which take place across Wales'. In 2012, National Theatre Wales, in partnership with BBC Cymru Wales TV Drama, won the Wales Drama Award, the first writers award in Wales to be awarded for a drama in any medium
Production Team
Producer- Lucy Davies
Producer- Lucy Davies
Production Manager- Sarah Cole
Stage Manager- Matthew North
Deputy Stage Manager- Donna Reeves
Assistant Stage Manager- Kevin Smith
Community Stage Managers- Ian Abraham and Gemma Thomas
Location Managers- Huw Darch, Jane Lalljee, Jom Mayer, Ruth Oliver and Alison Palmer
Health & Safety Manager- Mick Bowles
Design Assistants- Lucy Birbeck
Contact Information
Cardiff
Arcola has staged work by some well-known Actors, Writers and Directors including productions by William Gaskill, Timberlake Wertenbaker, Ariel Dorfman, Sean Holmes, Dominic Dromgoole, Max Stafford-Clark, Frank McGuinness, Jack Shepherd, David Farr, Bonnie Greer, Adam Rapp, Sam Shepard, Eric Schlosser, Helena Kaut-Howson, Greg Hicks, Lia Williams, Bill Bryden, Rebecca Lenkiewicz and Kathryn Hunter.
Executive Producer- Leyla Nazli
Executive Director- Ben Todd
General Manager- Jamie Arden
Communications- Manager vacant
Technical Manager- Geoff Hense
Commercial Manager- Ruth Tosha Mulandi
Engagement Manager- Nick Connaughton
Front of House Manager- Charlotte Croft
Sustainability Manager- Feimatta Conteh
Bar Staff- Seth Petherick, Oya Bacak, Eleanor Ossola, Cassie Leon, Reena Kalsi, Tania Joseph, Kay Michaels
Ushers- Tania Joseph, Roger Suubi, Patricia Akoli, Damien Hughes, Rosemara Mather-Lupton, Archie Backhouse
24 Ashwin Street
Dalston, London
E8 3DL
Dalston, London
E8 3DL
Ticket Booking Agencies
Ticket agencies work on behalf of their clients to provide tickets for a huge variety of events. Those who wish to purchase tickets may be individuals, businesses wanting tickets for their own clients/staff or group organisers putting together large parties for entertainment events. Nowadays, tickets are usually purchased online, via telephone or in person at Venues' Box Offices. Ticket buyers expect tickets to be available through a range of different media and often ,at all times of day and night and they expect to be able to buy tickets easily, with systems and websites that work properly and phones that are answered swiftly. Entertainment Producers, Venues and Promoters can't provide the facilities and staff for these levels of service alone, as it would be too difficult and it would cost them a lot of money. Therefore, they use numerous ticket agencies to ensure the distribution of tickets, which helps consumers to buy them as easily as possible. It would be uneconomical and ultimately more expensive for the customer if Venues provided the required level of service without any help.
For example, The National Theatre may wish to sell tickets for their new Theatrical Production. In order to save money and to overcome the difficulties of selling them on their own, a member of The Theatre's Administrative Team would have to contact various Ticket Booking Agencies. They would then agree on ticket sale prices and booking fees.
Entertainment Producers, Venues and Promoters decide on the price of the tickets that The Ticket Booking Agencies intend to sell. The Agencies then add on an agreed booking fee, that customers have to pay on top of the original price.
There are many types of agencies, such as those specialising in group sales, hotel and inbound tourist sales, discounts and special offers, 24-hour call centres and Internet sales. Some agents also specialise in specific sectors of the entertainment industry, such as theatre or music.
Ticketmaster
Ticketmaster.co.uk launched in May 1998. It is the market leader in online ticket purchasing in the UK. The site provides consumers with fast and secure real-time access 24-hours daily to Ticketmaster's wide range of tickets for music, theatre, performing arts, sports, and attractions. Ticketmaster is also a founding member of STAR (Society of Ticket Agents and Retailers), which is a London-based trade group that ensures quality and fair business practises for the live event ticketing industry.
It is possible to ticket events by filling in this form:
http://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/about_us/ticket_your_event/
They provide tickets for theatrical shows such as; Wicked (Apollo Victoria Theatre), The Lion King (Lyceum Theatre), Jersey Boys (Piccadily Theatre), The Weir (Windam's Theatre), The Book of Morman (Prince of Wales Theatre), War Horse (New London Theatre) and more.
Contact Information
2nd Floor
Regent Arcade House
19-25 Argyll Street
London W1F 7TS
For more Information;
http://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/section?tm_link=tm_logo
You can visit them on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/TicketmasterUK
You can visit them on Twitter:https://twitter.com/TicketmasterUK
Albemarle of London
Albemarle of London was founded in 1963 by Basil Chritchley in Albemarle Street. Today, they are a leading London Ticket Booking Agency, who provide service to the public, corporate clients and many London hotels.
Albemarle was one of the first ticket agencies to develop specialist, in-house software to provide a quick, modern and accurate reservations system. They developed one of the earliest, popular theatre ticket websites in the mid 1990’s. In addition, they work with many top London hotels. The company also have their own theatre ticket desks at Dorchester, Claridges And Four Seasons hotels.
Albemarle has a strong, long-standing relationships and allocations of seats with the majority of West End theatres, which enables them to provide top-quality seats to their customers.They provide tickets for shows including; Billy Elliott The Musical (Victoria Palace Theatre), The Bodguard (Adelphi Theatre), Les Miserables (Queens Theatre) and 39 Steps (Criterion Theatre).
Contact Information
3rd Floor, 2-3 North Mews
London WC1N 2JP
United Kingdom
Sales@Albemarle-London.com
+44(0)207 438 1505
For More Information;
https://www.albemarle-london.com/
You can visit them on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/AlbemarleLondon
You can visit them on Twitter:https://www.facebook.com/AlbemarleLondon
London Theatre Direct
London Theatre Direct launched in January 2000. They provide theatre tickets, hotel accommodation and restaurant bookings online. Their goal is to combine London theatre with top restaurants and hotel accommodation, so that their customers can spend the night/ nights at London City. Customers can purchase tickets safely and securely through their online booking system.
London Theatre Direct are an official agent of London theatre and a full member of STAR. Starr is a self-regulatory body, operating within guidelines supported by, amongst others; the Office of Fair Trading, the British Tourist Authority, the London Tourist Board, Westminster Council and the Society of London Theatre.
They provide tickets for shows such as; I Can't Sing (London Palladium), Once (Phoenix Theatre), The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Nighttime (Gielgud Theatre) and more.
Contact Information
3rd Floor
207 Regent Street
London
W1B 3HH
0845 505 8500
For More Information;
http://www.londontheatredirect.com/
You can visit them on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/LondonTheatreDirect
You can visit them on Twitter:https://twitter.com/theatre_direct
Publications
Performing Arts publications provide news and services for the UK Entertainment and Performing Arts Industry. They may inform readers about performing arts related jobs, events and issues. They may come in the form of newspapers, magazines or leaflets- all of which can be used to promote plays, musicals, ballets, operas etc. and market events to people who are interested. There are Theatre Publications (For Those interested in Theatre, Theatre Performers, Theatre Production Team Members) e.g. The Stage, TV and Film Publications (For those interested in Television/Film,Television/Film Actors, TV/Film Crew Members) e.g. The TV Times, Radio Publications (For those interested in Radio, Radio Presenters, Crew Members) e.g. The Radio Times.
Plays International
Plays International is a print magazine with an international subscription base. It can be bought over the counter at places such as such as the National Theatre Bookshop and French's Theatre Bookshop in London.
PI (Plays International) reports on London's West End Theatre, Subsidised Theatre and on London's fringe theatres in the form of illustrated reviews and interviews with Dramatists, Directors and Actors involved in upcoming productions. It reports from London, across the UK, across Europe and from across North America (e.g. New York, LA, Toronto, Vancouver), as well as other countries across The World.
Those interested can sign up for a two-issue trial subscription, by sending a cheque for £8.00 made payable to 'The Performing Arts Trust'. This can be sent to the following address:
Subscriptions
Plays International
33a Lurline Gardens
London
SW11 4DD UK.
http://www.playsinternational.org.uk/
PREVIEW
PREVIEW is the first UK-wide theatre guide which gives it's readers the highlights of what's on stage now and what's coming up in the next few months. It is a free and it's designed for for theatre-goers and enthusiasts. It is available in many places throughout the UK.
PREVIEW has a detailed listings for West-End and regional theatres. It also consists of top tips from the UK's leading theatre critics, interviews with stars from the UK's biggest productions and it gives readers an in-depth look into the working lives of those who work behind the scenes.
It is possible to download the magazine over the website or receive a printed copy at theatres and venues all over the UK e.g. Sadler's Wells and The National Theatre Bookshop.
http://www.rhinegold.co.uk/magazines/preview/default.asp?css=1
TM Theatres Magazine
TM is the quarterly magazine on theatres, published by The Theatres Trust. It consists of a mixture of features, reports, opinion, news and profiles, which highlight important developments and debates. The magazine's main topics include the planning of theatres, architecture and design, theatre use, theatres in regeneration, historic theatres, showcase features, theatres news, planning casework, and reviews.
The current issue is available for purchase at £4.95 (plus p+p) or a back issue at £3.00 (plus p+p). Anyone can become a Friend or Corporate Supporter of The Theatres Trust in order to receive an advance published copy of TM.
To become a Friend: http://www.theatrestrust.org.uk/support/friends/join-us
To Become a Corporate Suporter: http://www.theatrestrust.org.uk/support/corporate/support-us
Lighting, Costumes And Props
Many Theatres have their own Technical Team, and so they do not need to hire from external companies. However some theatre's may not have a Technical Team, especially for one-off and touring shows. In these cases, they may have to hire equipment and costume from Lighting, Prop and Costume Hire Companies. Alternatively, they could employ freelance Lighting, Prop and/or Costume Technicians. The same thing applies to TV and film events.
Lighting Hire
Halo Lighting
Halo is an Event Hire Company. It was founded in 1989. They specialise in providing Lighting and Special Effects for events, parties and entertainment scenes in throughout the UK. They now stock over 250 hire items.
They are up-to-date with the latest technology. With all of their equipment, Halo offer a wet hire service, where one of their engineers can set-up the equipment for customers to make sure that their event runs smoothly. Their delivery times are 15 minutes from the City and the West End. They have a showroom at their offices, which they use to showcase all of their equipment.
They provide their services to:
- Private Events
- Corporate Events
- Conferences
- Exhibitions
- Stage Shows
- Theatre Shows.
It is possible to hire:
- Generic Lighting
- Moving Heads
- LED Lighting
- Audio Visual
- Special Effects
- Smoke/ Haze
- Lasers
- Sound
- Controllers
- Outdoor Lighting
- Disco Effects
- Gobo Projection
- Decorative
- Rigging
- Strobes
- Power Distribution
- Dimmers
Contact Information
98- 124 Brewery Road
London
N7 9PG
0844 844 0484
http://www.halo.co.uk/
STL
STL was founded by Iain Austin in 1995. He wanted to provide production and hire services to the event and entertainment industry. STL provides a wide range of services such as lighting equipment, rigging, and sound and power facilities. They cover the full spectrum of event, production and AV hire requirements.
STL Production Group has plenty of experience in providing the right look and feel for it's customers' events, such as:
- Theatre Productions
- Corporate Events
- Nightclub Evenings
- Concerts
- Weddings
- Festivals
Lighting Hire options include:
- Generic Theatrical Fixtures
- Intelligent Lights
- Laptops
- LED
- Plasma Screens
- Video Walls
- Stage Lighting
- Media Servers
- AV
- Projectors
- Dimming
- Control Consoles
Contact Information
STL Production Group
Unit 17
The Alders Industrial Estate
Seven MIle Lane
Mereworth
Maidstone
Kent
ME18 5JG01622 863398
http://www.stlproductiongroup.co.uk/
Hawthorn
Hawthorn is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of technical production equipment. It was founded in 1987 by Martin Hawthorn, who believed that there was a gap in the market for a good quality hire company. Hawthorn's products include; state of the art lighting, sound, AV, rigging, staging and drape.
They provide their services to:
- Theatres
- Dramatic Groups
- Schools
- Colleges
- Conferences
- Weddings
- Concerts
Their Lighting Hire stock includes:
- Control Desks
- Lanterns
- Colour Changers
- LED Fixtures
- Intelligent Lighting
- Strobes
- Pyrotechnics
- Wind Machines
- Outdoor Lighting
Contact Information
Hawthorn Theatrical Ltd
Unit F
Western Trading Estate
London
NW10 7LU
Costume Hire
Harlequin Costume Hire
Harlequin Costume Hire was founded over 20 years ago. They provide a variety of costumes for plays, a musicals, pantomimes. They have costumes in a large range of adult sizes.
They Provide:
- Period Costumes
- Pantomime/ Fairy Tale Costumes
- Uniforms e.g. Military
- Around The World Costumes
- Cowboy/ Cowgirl Costumes
- Circus Costumes
Contact Information
Harlequin Costume Hire,
R/O 27-29 Whitehorse Street,
Baldock,
Hertfordshire,
SG7 6QE
Bath Theatrical Costume Hire
Bath Theatrical
Costume Hire was founded in 1969. It is a family business, which has a collection of more than 25 000 costumes. They've worked with thousands of
Companies, Casts, Actors and Party-Goers.
They specialise in the production of bespoke attire for Period Weddings and offer cost effective hire rates for family and wedding guests. They also offer a huge variety of costumes for Fancy Dress hire including; characters, animals and period costume.
They have costumes for productions such as; Modern and Period
Plays, Operas, Musicals, Pantomimes and School Productions.
Their services include:
- Dressing of full cast, chorus lines or specific individuals.
- Specialists in Period Costumes: Medieval, Tudor, Elizabethan, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian, Vintage 20's, 30's, 40's.
- A range of pantomime animals.
- Props and Accessories.
- Theatrical Make-up.
Contact Information
Unit 8
Wallbridge Industrial Estate
Frome
Somerset
BA11 5JZ
baththeatrical@talktalk.net or mail@baththeatrical.com
01373 472786
http://www.baththeatrical.com/index.htm
Classworks Costumes
Classworks Theatre Company offers costume and props hire, as well as bespoke making for theatres, events and individuals. They can make costumes for all sizes, including children.
Their services include:
- Dressing entire productions.
- Providing costumes for banquets, fancy dress parties, or 1940's dances.
- Wardrobe management for productions.
- Interactive period costume displays for events, fairs and functions. (Requires minimum 3 month advance booking).
- School visits (Requires minimum 3 month advance booking).
Whole costumes including accessories (e.g. hats, shoes, bags, jewellery): average £35 per costume plus VAT.
Individual items:
- Coats, jackets, cloaks, robes - £5 - £20
- Day dresses - £12
- Vintage dresses - £20
- Cocktail, evening, period dresses - £12 - £35
- Bridal dresses - from £20
- Skirts, blouses, shirts, trousers - £3 - £12
- Waistcoats, aprons - from £3
- Petticoats, bustles, underwear - from £3
- Ties, cravats, scarves, sashes, ruffs - from £1.50
- Hats, Headdresses, masks, wigs - from £1.50 - £12
- Jewellery, hair accessories - from £1.20
- Shoes, boots - up to £10 per pair
Contact Information
Unit 12
Barnwell Business Park
Barnwell Drive
Cambridge CB5 8UY
http://www.classworkscostumes.co.uk/
Props Hire
Howorth Wrightson Northern Prop Hire Centre
Howorth Wrightson Northern Prop Hire Centre are a Props Hire Company who provide properties, period, modern and contemporary furniture to the Entertainment Industry. For over 50 years, they have been a leading supplier to The Stage, Film and TV industry. They also offer a wide range of props suitable for the requirements of Photographic studios and exhibitions.
- Furniture
- Tableware
- Interior Objects
- Animal-Related Objects e.g. Moose Heads
- Themed Props
- Wheels
- Soft Furnishing
- Exterior Objects
- Electrical Objects
- Lighting
Contact Information
Unit 5
Southfield Industrial Estate
Praed Road
Trafford Park
Manchester
M17 1SJ
mail@howorthwrightson.com
01618 729206
http://prophire4u.co.uk/index.htm
Newman Prop Hire
Newman Props Hire provide props suitable for anytime between 3000BC and the 25th Century. They stock props for fantasy, period and contemporary performances. They have Ancient Egyptian/Chinese/Persian/Greek and Roman, Medieval,Tudor, Stuart, Queen Anne, Georgian, Regency, Victorian, Art Nouveau, Deco and Futurist, Utility and 60's props.
The believe that key to any room or set is the lighting. Therefore, in order to create the mood their customers are looking for they stock prop lights through the ages. They are the largest resource in the world for decorative lighting hire and lighting rental.
They have oil burners to light the ancient world, wrought iron Candelabras and Candles from early Medieval to Georgian. They even provided some of the lighting used in The Harry Potter Films. They have a lot of in-house workshops, which are looked after by staff with over 40 years experience. Therefore, they can repair, alter, paint, restructure, make, rewire or design any lighting that their customers require.
Contact Information
Newman Hire
Terry Poole
Lewis Scher House
London W3 7SB
sales@newmanhire.co.uk
020 8743 0741
http://www.newmanprophire.co.uk/default.aspx
The National Theatre Props Hire Store
The majority of the National Theatre's Props and Costume Hire collection has been used for the National Theatre's own productions. They offer their services for TV, Film and Theatre Productions, Photographers, Schools, Colleges, Amateur Societies, Video Companies, Events Organisers and those who need fancy dress costumes.
Their costumes and props have been used by various organisations, schools and groups such as: Royal Shakespeare Company, Punch Drunk Theatrical Experiences Ltd. Curve Theatre, Barbican, Headlong Theatre, Philharmonic Orchestra, Opera Theatre Europe, London Sinfonia, Westminster School, Alleyn’s School, Bishop Thomas Grant and Royal Docks Community School.
They stock props such as:
- Swords
- Shields
- Furniture
- Telephones
- Lanterns
- Typewriters
Contact Information
National Theatre
Upper Ground
South Bank
London SE1 9PX
props_hire@nationaltheatre.org.uk
+44 (0)20 7820 1358
http://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/props-hire-store
Film Catering
Film Cast and Crew Members have to work long hours. It is important that they eat well to avoid exhaustion and feeling ill. On sets or locations, the standard daily meals are; breakfast, lunch and dinner. Tea or snacks are also provided if the Cast and Crew have to work late hours. Catering is provided by Film Catering Companies, who drive catering trucks which consist of food and a range of equipment including; ovens, extraction fans, fridges, gas and water, to each Unit Base.
The bigger Catering Companies (which are generally used for big films) can have around 20 trucks, employ hundreds of staff and have their own garage for maintaining their vehicles. On big films, the Catering Crew typically involves; Unit Leaders, Location Chefs, Salad Persons and Dish Washers. Smaller Catering Companies may consist of one or two individuals who prepare the menus, buy, cook and serve the food, make teas and coffees, and clean and drive the truck to and from the location.
Catering Companies are hired by Production Managers, who must agree the catering budget with The Producer. Catering companies prepare quotes and supply sample menus, and if their tender is accepted, they provide catering for the production. Film Caterers can have long working hours.
Delicious Film Catering
Delicious Film Catering are a small catering company with many years of experience. They use the freshest organic or free range ingredients. They have a fast and efficient service and aim to use recycled materials. Working with seasonal produce, they offer dishes that change throughout the year. Their Diary service is Wizzo & Co..
Here is their menu:
http://www.deliciousfilmcatering.com/menus.html
Here is their price list:
http://www.deliciousfilmcatering.com/pricelist.html
Contact Information
Wizzo & Co
47 Beak Street
London
W1F 9SE
diary@wizzoandco.co.uk
+44 (0) 20 7437 2055
http://www.deliciousfilmcatering.com/home.html
Rose Television And Film Catering
Rose Television And Film Catering's Owner and Head Chef is Paul Rose. He is an expert in location catering as he was a chef in the British army for a decade. Paul has even worked in a top position for Buckingham palace, which won him numerous awards and commendations including; Young Chef of The Year at Hotelympia, two gold medals in improvised food catering and a gold in a prestigious tri-service competition.
Paul then began to work in The Television and Film Industries. He's worked on various films, television programmes and commercials for all the major TV operators and distributors including; ITV, BBC, E4, Channel 4 and SKY.
Here is their menu:
http://www.rosetvandfilmcatering.co.uk/index.php/ourfood-rose?id=134
Contact Information
roselocationcatering@yahoo.co.uk
0121 537 1169
http://www.rosetvandfilmcatering.co.uk/
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