Performance Agreement

A Performance Agreement is a document to be used when a person or business (the client) wants to hire another person or business (the performer) to perform at a specific venue. Performance Agreements can either be used when the performer is the main event or when the performer has agreed to perform at another event.

Performance Agreements can be rather complex, because of the necessity for clearly outlining the relationship between the parties. Everything from performance fees to included special effects must go into these agreements. Often, performers have specific requirements for their own show (things such as lighting and music) and the details of who will provide these items, as well as what items will be allowed, are a big part of the Performance Agreement.

A good Performance Agreement will also have both parties covered in case anything goes wrong: clauses such as a limitation on liability and a selection of governing law should be included.

How to use this document

This document can be used when a client would like to hire a performer for a specific performance.

In this document, pertinent identifying details will be entered, such as whether the parties are individuals or businesses, and their respective addresses and contact information. Then, the most important characteristics of the agreement between the parties will be described, like what type of performer it is, the details of the performance, the details of the venue, fee information, etc.

When this agreement is filled out, it should be printed, signed by both parties, and a copy should be kept with each.

Applicable law

Performance Agreements in the United States are subject to general contract principles, which can be governed by both state and federal law.

How to modify the template

You fill out a form. The document is created before your eyes as you respond to the questions.

At the end, you receive it in Word and PDF formats. You can modify it and reuse it.