How to Book a Tour?

Making More Waves presents How to Book a Tour? Trainer and tour booker Mark Makin will guide you through the particular set of skills and specialist knowledge that you need to successfully book a tour.

This course will enable you to:

• Organise a realistic tour schedule and budget

• Present your company and shows to potential bookers in the best light

• Understand the different financial and contractual deal options

• Start building relationships with suitable venues for your work

• ‘Selling’ your shows to programmers effectively

• Develop systems for contracting and managing tours

• Understand the basics of overseas tour booking

This course is aimed at those both new and established who hold the responsibility of tour booking. Though it starts with basic principles, it will also be helpful to those wishing to refresh their knowledge and improve their skills. This course is applicable to both theatre and dance companies.

Mark will share his own experiences of the industry as he takes you through the process of booking and managing a tour using case studies. Participants are encouraged to share their own knowledge and ask questions relating to their specific situations. Course notes and reference materials are provided.

Facilitator

Mark Makin co-established makin projects in September 2005. makin projects handles both national and international tour booking, as well as co-producing several new touring productions each season. Mark is currently the touring associate at Arts Council England funded venue initiative House Theatre Network.

“Mark Makin is one of ITC’s most popular trainers. The key to his success with our members is his direct, clear, practical approach to training, his first-hand experience of the sector and his generosity with the breadth of knowledge and experience he commands.” Charlotte Jones, CEO, Independent Theatre Council  

About Making More Waves

Making More Waves is a performing arts festival presented by Looping the Loop & ARK, partnering up to deliver an exciting programme running November 8th - 17th, 2024.

Join us for a celebration of performances created in Kent and Essex, featuring some of the region’s best-loved creatives, alongside emerging performers presenting new work, workshops and professional development opportunities.

Access

ARK is on the ground floor and accessible through a short portable ramp. Both the foyer and auditorium are step-free. There are accessible toilets on the ground floor. Don't hesitate to get in touch if you would like to discuss any access requirements: loopingtheloop@gmail.com