Who requires theatre insurance?
- Theatre Owners and Venue Owners
- Producing Venues
- Theatrical Producers (West End; Off West End; Touring including Edinburgh Fringe Festival and International Touring)
- General Management Companies
- Dance Companies
- Pantomimes
- Immersive Theatrical Productions
- Suppliers
- Event Production
Examples of insurance you might require include:
- Buildings & Contents Insurance
- Business Interruption
- Cancellation Insurance
- Contract Works
- Combined Liability
- Cyber Insurance
- Engineering Insurance
- Employers’ Liability Insurance
- Equipment Insurance
- Fidelity Guarantee
- Group Personal Accident
- Kidnap and Ransom
- Material Damage
- Medical Expenses following Personal Accident
- Money cover
- Non-appearance Insurance
- Office Insurance
- Personal Accident Insurance
- Public Liability Insurance
- Products Liability Insurance
- Professional Indemnity
- Terrorism Insurance
- Travel Insurance
- Weather for outdoor productions
If you would like to talk through any of the above theatre insurances and see how our dedicated team could help please contact us.
We would welcome the opportunity to provide you with an insurance quote for your needs.
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FAQs
Below are examples of some of the questions we are often asked if you have any unanswered questions please Contact Us
What is theatre insurance?
+ -Traditionally, theatre insurance includes the following classes of insurance:
- Production Equipment
- Terrorism
- Money
- Employers Liability Insurance
- Public Liability Insurance
- Business Interruption
- Cancellation Insurance
- Personal Accident Insurance
- Medical expenses following Personal Accident
- Travel Insurance
- Errors and Omissions
- Management Liability
If you are interested in receiving a quote for any of the above types of insurance, please contact us.
Are props, costumes, and sets covered under the policy?
+ -Yes, props, costumes and sets are covered.
Can theatre insurance protect against cancellation of a performance?
+ -Yes, insurance can protect against cancellation of a performance
Does theatre insurance include Public Liability coverage?
+ -Yes, theatre insurance includes Public Liability Insurance.
Am I covered for claims related to intellectual property or copyright infringement?
+ -This area of cover is called Errors and Omissions and is becoming more prevalent.
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Do I need employer’s liability insurance if I hire freelancers?
+ -Yes, you do require Employers Liability Insurance if the freelancers are under your direction and control.
Will the insurance cover legal fees if the production is sued?
+ -Yes, assuming that either the Public Liability or Employers Liability sections are triggered.
Are performers, musicians, and crew covered under the insurance policy?
+ -Yes, performers, musicians and crew are covered under the Employers Liability and Public Liability Insurance policy.
Performers, musicians and crew can also be covered under Personal Accident and Medical Expenses Following Personal Accident.
Does theatre insurance include coverage for touring productions?
+ -Yes, the policy can cover touring productions. There are other insurances that need to be considered for tours such as Travel Insurance and Marine Transit Insurance. Please contact us to discuss and to receive an insurance quote.
Will insurance cover lost income if a show is postponed or cancelled?
+ -Yes, as long as you have Cancellation Insurance in place and have chosen to insure box office revenue.
Is the cost of refunding a ticket covered in the event of performance cancellations?
+ -No, you would need to include this as a specific item under your Cancellation Insurance.
Can I customize the policy to fit the unique needs of my productions?
+ -Yes, please contact Gordon & Co to discuss further, every show is unique, and we can provide you with a quote to fit your requirements.
Does the policy cover outdoor venues for special events?
+ -Not automatically, as your insurance broker we need to be advised about all outdoor performances as the insurance requirements are slightly different.
What steps do I need to take to make a claim, and how quickly will it be processed?
+ -Gordon & Co would be your first point of call.
Please contact us as soon as you become aware of a claim or a circumstance which could give rise to a claim under the policy.
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