*** This a Contract Sample

Carina Losano Performance Contract

www.caritango.com

This contract represents terms and conditions between __________________ (“client”) and Carina Losano.

1. CT shall provide:

a)    A performance on ___________ ,20___  at the below specified location:

Address: ____________________________________________________

Time:  _____________

b)    The total performance time shall be for the duration of approximately ____ minutes and will consist of ____ Songs/set(s)set(s)

c)    Instructional lesson to last __________ minutes.  Yes / No

d)    The performer will wear an appropriate, authentic, professional costume. 

e)    Guests of honor may be invited onto the stage to dance, but the performer will not force those who are uninterested in participating. 

f)     If there is no live band, the performer shall provide music in the form MP3 Player to connect to the Audio System, or  CD.

g)    Time allowing, the performer will be happy to pose for souvenir pictures after the performance.

2.  The client shall provide:

a)       Payment in the amount of $ __________ due immediately following the performance.  (Cash payment is preferred.)
***If the performance is canceled less than 7 days prior to the event, the deposit will be forfeited

b)       A safe and adequate space for the performer shall be provided.  This includes a floor or stage space that is free of broken glass, spilled liquids, or other hazardous objects.  This also includes an environment that is free of harassment of a sexual nature or otherwise. 

c)       A sound system with CD and/or MP3 Portable Player (such as iPod) playing capabilities shall be provided, preferably in the same room in which the performance is to take place.  The sound system is an important part of the show and should be tested prior to the arrival of the performers.  Louder is better.

d)       The client shall communicate any special suggestions or requests prior to the night of the performance.  The performance has been specifically planned with music chosen and it is difficult to make any significant changes on the performance night.  Be assured that, if appropriate, audience participation song(s) will be included.

e)       Often the performer will have more than one engagement per night, so it is important that the show start at the agreed upon time. 

f)        It is important to pay the performer in a timely manner once services have been rendered.  If the performer is required to wait more than 30 minutes for payment, an extra charge may be  apply.  Often for weddings, payment is left with either the wedding planner or the DJ so that the bride and groom will not be disturbed with this detail. 

g)    A private space will be provided for the performer to change clothes and to store things while performing.

h)    A safe parking spot will be available for the performer close to the event venue.

If the hiring party or anyone at the event wants to video tape the performance, they must provide the entertainer with a copy of the recording. Any recordings or photographs shall not be duplicated or used for commercial purposes.

This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the parties and there are no other promises or conditions in any other agreement whether oral or written.  This Agreement may be modified or amended in writing, if the writing is signed by the party obligated under the amendment. 

Agreed to and accepted:

________________________________________________date   ________
(CT) 

 ________________________________________________date _________   
(client)           

Phone#________________