For many performers and production companies, touring means a lot of time on the road.
Between theatres, festivals and events, there’s cast and crew to get around, equipment to transport and plenty to organise before the show can even begin.
With everything that goes into planning a tour, vehicle insurance might not be the first thing on your list. But if you're relying on vans, minibuses or other vehicles, it’s worth making sure you have the right cover before you set off.
Cover for vans and minibuses
The vehicles you use will depend on the production.
A van might be needed to carry costumes, props and equipment, while a minibus could be used to transport cast and crew between venues.
If you're using several vehicles, fleet insurance could also be an option, allowing you to keep your vehicles under one policy rather than arranging separate cover for each one.
Hiring a vehicle for your tour?
Not every production has its own vehicles. If you’re hiring a van for a particular tour, you may only need cover for the time you’re using it.
Short-period insurance can provide an option for vehicles that are only needed for a limited period, rather than taking out an annual policy when you don't need year-round cover.
What if you break down?
Breaking down is never ideal, but when you're on tour, it can cause even more disruption.
Being stuck on the side of the road could mean delays getting your cast and crew to the next venue, as well as problems getting equipment where it needs to be.
Breakdown cover can give you extra support if something goes wrong while you're on the road.
You can also look at Uninsured Loss Recovery, which may help with certain losses following a non-fault accident.
Make sure your drivers are covered
Touring can involve more than one person behind the wheel. You might have different members of the cast or crew sharing the driving, depending on the journey and the vehicles you're using.
Before your tour starts, check that anyone who needs to drive is covered by your policy. Younger drivers may also be considered, depending on the circumstances and the insurer.
Before you set off
There’s already plenty to organise before a tour begins, but checking your vehicle insurance is one job worth getting out of the way early.
Whether you need cover for a single van, a minibus or several vehicles, Performers Insurance can arrange vehicle insurance for touring productions, including cars, vans and minibuses.
Find out more information here: Vehicle Insurance for Touring Performers | Performers Insurance