Whether it is a hurricane or other natural disaster, there are things a performer can do ahead of time to make the recovery a little less rough. No one but the electric company can restore your power though.
1. Pack a show bag with
everything you need to ensure the show goes on even if your home or
rehearsal space is destroyed or damaged. (Mic and cable, make up, costumes etc.)
2. Get insurance. Renters and Home Owners Insurance will often cover items damaged in a car or other location. Don't let a career die because all the equipment got flooded.
3. Keep paperwork or ID cards for all union and performing rights
organizations you belong to with other important documents and take them
with you.
4. Bands- Storm proof
your rehearsal space. It contains your entire career. Keep your
instruments with you if you can. Be sure everything is insured either
directly or under home owners/renter's insurance.
5. Have your
attorney review contracts for any upcoming performances to understand
your options should you have to cancel or postpone.
*Thanks to 20 Penny Circus for these ideas. They might be clowns but they are consummate professionals.
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