The Actors Equity Basic Showcase Application Form must be submitted at least two weeks before first rehearsals begin. Late submission results in a monetary penalty. The Actors' Equity Association requires this form from any producer planning a showcase production under union guidelines.
Financial requirements include a detailed budget breakdown. Total production expenses cannot exceed $35,000, not including Equity stipends. No individual on the production team may receive higher payment than any Equity cast member. Producers planning a production may also want to review a production agreement to formalize responsibilities between collaborators.
Documentation requirements include proof of rights to the play being performed and insurance certificates covering all cast members at every venue, including rehearsal locations. City permits are required for outdoor performance venues. A talent release form may also be needed depending on your production setup.
The application also outlines rules on rehearsal scheduling, ticket pricing, promotional materials, and restrictions on unauthorized recordings. Producers who do not meet these requirements face penalization as defined by Actors' Equity. For additional theater venue documentation, the theater application form covers venue-specific requirements.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | Actors Equity Application Form |
| Form Length | 5 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 1 min 15 sec |
| Other names | showcase application, actors application, showcase form, actors application equity |