Belly Dance Performance Agreement

Belly Dancer Performance Agreement

Agreement made on the , between

of , referred to herein as , and , of , referred to herein as Client.

1. Performer is hereby retained and shall perform the services set forth in Exhibit A, attached hereto and hereby made a part hereof (Services). The term Performer shall be deemed to mean one or more Performers as requested by Client.

2. As full and complete compensation for Performer's Services, Client shall follow compensation parameters listed below:

A. Client shall remit $ deposit at least business days prior to the agreed upon performance/event.

B. Performer shall pay balance of $ in full to Performer immediately upon conclusion of the performance/event.

C. If payment is by check,

1. Client must pay the full amount of $ for Services in full at least business days in advance of agreed upon performance.

2. Payment by check shall be made payable to and delivered to .

D. Often Performer will have more than one engagement per night, so it is important that the show start at the agreed upon time. If the performer is required to start more than minutes late, an extra charge of $ will apply. In some cases, lateness may result in a shorter show or constitute a breach of contract on the part of the Client.

E. Payment must be made in a timely manner once services have been rendered. If Performer is delayed more than minutes after the show for payment, an extra charge of $ will apply.

3. Client shall provide:

A. A safe adequate space for Performer which includes a floor or stage free of broken glass, spilled liquids, or other hazardous objects. The environment should be free of harassment of a sexual nature or otherwise. If Performer deems the environment unsafe or unacceptable for any of the above reasons, she may leave without rendering services. In that case, Client will still be responsible for paying the full amount or the charge.

B. Please provide the following information:

1. Is there a stage? Yes No

2. On what surface will Performer be dancing?

a. Wood? Yes No

b. Linoleum? Yes No

c. Carpet? Yes No

d. Grass/Outdoor Yes No

e. If none of the above, please describe

C. Performer will need minutes prior to performance in a dressing room to prepare. Client will insure that there will be a private, safe area with a mirror for the Performer to change clothes and securely store her bags and belongings while performing; plus restroom facilities in close proximity.

D. A sound system with CD playing capabilities, preferably located in the same room designated for the performance and a qualified system operator shall be provided by Client. Sound system must be tested prior to arrival of Performer.

E. Client shall communicate any special requests or suggestions at least days prior to the date of the performance (including color/costume requests).

4. In connection with performance of all services hereunder, Performer shall report to:

Contact Name:

Phone: () Email Address:

Address: City:

State Zip:

5. No Waiver

The failure of either party to this Agreement to insist upon the performance of any of the terms and conditions of this Agreement, or the waiver of any breach of any of the terms and conditions of this Agreement, shall not be construed as subsequently waiving any such terms and conditions, but the same shall continue and remain in full force and effect as if no such forbearance or waiver had occurred.

6. Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by, construed, and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of .

7. Notices

Any notice provided for or concerning this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be deemed sufficiently given when sent by certified or registered mail if sent to the respective address of each party as set forth at the beginning of this Agreement.

8. Attorney’s Fees

In the event that any lawsuit is filed in relation to this Agreement, the unsuccessful party in the action shall pay to the successful party, in addition to all the sums that either party may be called on to pay, a reasonable sum for the successful party's attorney fees.

9. Mandatory Arbitration

Any dispute under this Agreement shall be required to be resolved by binding arbitration of the parties hereto. If the parties cannot agree on an arbitrator, each party shall select one arbitrator and both arbitrators shall then select a third. The third arbitrator so selected shall arbitrate said dispute. The arbitration shall be governed by the rules of the American Arbitration Association then in force and effect.

10. Entire Agreement

This Agreement shall constitute the entire agreement between the parties and any prior understanding or representation of any kind preceding the date of this Agreement shall not be binding upon either party except to the extent incorporated in this Agreement.

11. Modification of Agreement

Any modification of this Agreement or additional obligation assumed by either party in connection with this Agreement shall be binding only if placed in writing and signed by each party or an authorized representative of each party.

12. Assignment of Rights

The rights of each party under this Agreement are personal to that party and may not be assigned or transferred to any other person, firm, corporation, or other entity without the prior, express, and written consent of the other party.

12. Counterparts

This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which shall be deemed to be an original, but all of which together shall constitute but one and the same instrument.

WITNESS our signatures as of the day and date first above stated.

Exhibit A - Description of Belly Dance Services

1. Services shall consist of providing a Belly Dance performance and/or Belly Dance lesson or workshop. Changes in Belly Dance performance, lesson, or workshop schedule and/or cancellation of Belly Dance performance, lesson, or workshop may be made by Client upon prior notice of business days to Performer. In the event Client fails to provide such notice, Performer shall be entitled to invoice Client for the scheduled performance, and Client agrees to remit payment in full. In the event that the performance has been paid for in advance, Client will not be entitled to a refund.

2. Performer will make every effort to provide Client with a Belly Dance performance with regard to date, time, duration, music, and props as requested by Client.

3. Please provide the following information:

A. dancers for a performance on at the following specified location: which venue has a phone number of .

B. The time of the performance shall begin at , and shall consist of:

One performance for the duration of 25-45 minutes;

A one hour belly dance lesson with short performance;

Other

4. Performer agrees to provide a Belly Dance performance consisting of the following:

5. The performance shall include the following props:

finger cymbals

veil(s)

sword(s)

candles

candle tray

music in the form of a CD.

6. Changes in the schedule will be allowed to accommodate Client's needs if the schedule of Performer permits. Any change in schedule requires a minimum of days written notice.

7. In the event of an emergency or whenever necessary, Performer shall provide a qualified substitute. Performer shall not be held responsible for cancellation due to unforeseen events, including but not limited to: illness; injury; or the death of a loved one, which may prohibit the fulfillment of the scheduled performance.

8. If appropriate, Performer will encourage audience participation through dancing and tipping. Guests of honor may be invited to dance, but Performer will not force those who are uninterested in participating