Artist’s FAQ (COVID Edition): When are schemes looking to start programming and touring again?

When are schemes looking to start programming and touring again?

As always with rural (and all) touring there is no one size fits all. Schemes have been working closely with their promoters to plan for future touring in their area. Some schemes are going ahead with a limited Autumn 2020 season, whereas, some schemes have taken the decision not to programme at all for the rest of this year, and some may be hitting pause for now but with the hope of programming events, with a much quicker turnaround further down the line.

With this in mind, our advice is…

If you had dates pencilled with a scheme for Autumn 2020 or beyond, then speak to those schemes individually. Schemes are committed to keeping artists informed. Many schemes are working with very reduced staff, so replies may be slightly more delayed than usual. Because communication at the moment can be interrupted, we suggest arming the schemes with as much information about your show/tour/company as possible in one easy place.