Payment & Cancellation Policy

Engagements under $750: Payment is due in full within 30 days after the event date..

Engagements of $750 or more: A 25% non-refundable retainer is required. Once the signed Professional Services Agreement is received, an invoice for the retainer will be issued. Retainer payment is due within 5 business days of the Agreement date.

Multi-day or travel engagements: A 50% non-refundable retainer may be required.

Final Payment: The remaining balance (minus any retainer) is due within 30 days after the event date.

Travel Fees: For engagements outside of San Diego County, additional travel, lodging, and per diem fees may apply. These will be discussed and agreed upon prior to booking.​

• Driving Distance: For venues located beyond San Diego County, San Clemente, or Temecula, a travel fee of $35 per driving hour (round-trip) will apply, calculated from San Diego.

• Flights: For engagements that require air travel, the client is responsible for the cost of round-trip airfare, ground transportation, and reasonable baggage fees.

• Lodging: For engagements ending at 9 PM or later, or starting at 9 AM or earlier, overnight lodging may be required.

• Travel Day Rate: If travel to or from the event location requires most of a day before or after the engagement, a $400 travel day rate will apply in addition to standard travel costs.

• Meals/Per Diem: For multi-day engagements, a per diem of $60/day (based on GSA guidelines) will apply.

More than 30 days before the event: The retainer is non-refundable but may be applied as credit toward a rescheduled event within 12 months.

15–30 days before the event: 50% of the agreed fee is due. Any retainer already paid will be applied toward this balance.

14 days or less before the event: 100% of the agreed fee is due, as the date is unlikely to be rebooked.

Travel Costs: If the event is canceled, any non-refundable travel or accommodation expenses (such as airfare, hotel deposits, or transportation) already incurred by the performer remain the responsibility of the client.

While extremely rare, if I must cancel due to illness, emergency, or circumstances beyond my control:

100% of any retainer or fees already paid will be refunded.

I will not request reimbursement for any travel or accommodation expenses I may have incurred.

I maintain professional liability insurance and the highest standards of reliability.

A suitable performance area with safe, adequate space for the show.

Proper audience seating arranged so all guests can comfortably view the performance.

Access to electricity if required for sound, lighting, or other performance equipment.

Reasonable cooperation with setup and breakdown needs, including venue access before and after the show.

​Arrive on time and ready to perform at the agreed-upon start time.

Provide all necessary props, equipment, and performance materials unless otherwise arranged.

Conduct the performance in a professional, family-friendly, and respectful manner appropriate to the audience.

Carry professional liability insurance for added client peace of mind.

Communicate promptly with the client regarding any logistical needs, changes, or updates.

If the event cannot proceed due to circumstances beyond the control of either party (e.g., natural disaster, government shutdown, venue closure, or pandemic restrictions), neither party shall be held liable. Any payments already made, including retainers, will be refunded in full, excluding non-refundable travel or accommodation expenses already incurred.

By confirming a booking, the client acknowledges and agrees to the terms of this Payment & Cancellation Policy.