Performer FAQ's

We are hopeful that The Floating Stage will be free for use by community groups, local organisations, and up and coming artists.   It may be that if an organisation is charging admission tickets, then a small proportion of income could be donated to The Floating Stage project to cover admin and running costs.

We envisage that semi professional and professional artists and organisations will be required to pay a fee to use the facility, but this will be kept to an affordable / economical level.

Likewise, producers of shows may wish to use the facility as a venue to put on their own shows. The Floating Stage will assist where possible in promotion of these productions, ensure the stage is located etc., but will not be engaging artists to perform in them.

They can do where applicable, but not by The Floating Stage.    The Floating Stage is a venue for producers, artists and performers to use.   Initially, The Floating Stage organisation will not be putting on shows, but making the venue available for artists etc. either free, or at a very economical  (affordable) cost.

The organisers / producers of shows or performances will be responsible to pay any fees or costs incurred by the performers they engage with.

A big resounding "YES".   The facility will be for everyone to use and enjoy, and the more people who get involved the better.   The canals and its surroundings are becoming used more every year by many different sectors.  The Floating Stage will hopefully add to the use and enjoyment of the canals.

This is yet to be determined, but one of the critical factors is that the stage has to be transportable along the canal with it's restricted widths and height limitations at bridges.   We are confident however that a stage capable of performances for numerous participants (ie choirs or dance groups) will be possible.

There are many locations along the canal where the stage can be sited for performances.   Another factor is facilities and access for the audience, but there are some locations with adjacent parks and open areas which will suit.   If you know of, or have a preferred location, please do let us know by using the contact form, or when registering your interest.   This information will be very helpful in promoting the concept and attracting fundraising.

We sincerely hope so.    We envisage that the stage unit will have its own rechargeable battery system (powered from solar panels) with capacity for eight hours of the sound system and low voltage lighting.

Some performances however may wish to bring their own system, and provided there is an available power supply nearby (or they can provide their own suitable generators), that should be just fine.

By registering as a performer, you will help us build the case for having The Floating Stage on the lowland canal network.

We will initially use your information to demonstrate the demand, but as the project grows we can create a directory of performers and organisations, publicise their events, and even point people to your own web sites, facebook pages etc.

You can register using this link

Registering could not be easier.   Just click the following link, and fill out the on-line form.  We will do the rest.

The Floating Stage newsletter will keep you up to date with what is happening, the progress we are making in bringing the project to fruition, and lots of other information about The Floating Stage.     We will not bombard you with too many issues, and you can subscribe to the newsletter here, (and un-subscribe at any time).

Absolutely not, but it will help if you are.     Any registered performers can use the stage by arrangement if it is available while in their area.  You do not have to be a member of The Floating Stage.   However, the more members and performers we have the better our chances of attracting funding to make the project a success.

When you are registering to be a performer you can also check a box that means you will also be registered as a member. You will not have to fill out a separate membership application form.

You can register as a performer here.