10 Top Tips for Tech Specs
Tips for writing a tech spec, effectively communicating your needs to venues.
Resources - Technical
Freelance Technician’s agreement
This is a sample contract which can be adapted for use when employing a freelance technician.
Helpful advice for touring technicians
About to head off on your first tour? Or are you a producer working with a new technician on the road? This handy resource runs through some helpful pieces of advice to remember whilst touring with a production.
PPL PRS: Application for Interpolated Music
Most companies use music in their shows. “Interpolated” music is defined as music which is performed by or intended to be audible to a character in the theatrical production. Here's the application form from PPL PRS.
PPL PRS: Setlist for Incidental Music
Most companies use music in their shows. “Incidental” music is defined as music heard by the theatre audience as an accompaniment to the play, but which is not performed by, or intended to be audible to, any of the characters in the play. Here's the required form from PPL PRS.
Production Hazard Assessment
This document is used by Oxford Playhouse alongside a risk assessment, to assess any hazards that may interfere with regular procedures at the venue during a production.
Sample risk assessment
A sample risk assessment to accompany a touring technical specification, to assess and reduce any potential risks.
Sample technical rider by house
An example of a technical rider, used for a touring performance.
Technical Requirements form
This form is sent from Oxford Playhouse to visiting companies prior to their performances, in order to gather related technical information.
Use of Music in Performances
Most companies use music in their shows. Have a look at this handy guide to find out more about declaring the music you use and when you need to get permission.