*We are a new show and still growing & intend to grow year by year. As such all positions are on a voluntary basis and are non-paid. As we expand, we intend to be able to offer more to our dedicated performers/staff. At this time, we CAN offer other compensation in the forms of "hat pass", selling your merchandise, limited number of complimentary tickets (per performer).
*Where you stay is ultimately your responsibility. We will have limited free camping on a first come first served basis is available. Camping is "rustic" with no running water/electric. There is a shower house / bathroom.
*The property that Newbourne Village is being held on is not the property of A-Frame Entertainment LLC. We are stewards of this land and are subject to the rules & regulations of the land management and landowner.
*It is the reasonability of everyone involved with Newbourne Village to respect, take care of and leave the property better than when we found it.
*All performers under 18yrs of age are the responsibility of a parent or guardian who must accept a role with the festival as well to chaperone. Parents or guardians must complete an application as well and indicate who their charge is.
*We are creating the illusion of a storybook that has come to life with a grounded base in historic 16th century England and a noticeably clear delineation of character and class. As a cast we are representing a chapter, not a page. We must look like we all exist at one point in time belonging to the same world. Our look will be centered and correct for the years circa 1560 through 1585. This is our goal and standard. This must apply to all men, women, children of every class and character.
*All entertainment needs to fall within the themes of the 16th century (1560-1585). Some exceptions can/will be made on an individual basis (i.e.: acrobats could never do their job in a hoopskirt...as interesting as that might be.) You need to be in costumes appropriate for that theme. All costumes will need to be approved by the Costuming Specialist.
*You need to have a character and stay in character 100% of the time when you are "on stage". Remember, when you are on stage there will always be at least one set of eyes on you at all times from the guests.
*All characters/acts will meet with our Entertainment Director for approval & instruction/information.
*Sound amplification is accepted on a case-by-case basis. All sound will be appropriate in theme, tone along with volume. Approval of sound will be based on the approval of the Entertainment Director. Acts are responsible & liable for their own sound system.
*We are ALL responsible for making the grounds look as nice as possible. Being good stewards of these grounds is paramount to our continued future use. If you see a weed, pull it, if you see trash pick it up and/or remove it throughout the day or at the end of the day. etc. Maintain the green space around your tent/shop. This space is approximately 15 feet around the perimeter of the space you occupy.
*Electricity or running water is limited or non-existent. Please plan accordingly and with the assumption that you will not have electricity or running water.
*This is a FAMILY EVENT! Any non-family-friendly material can only be performed in a designated area, late in the day, and the show must be approved in advance by management AND specified in the program and show schedules.
*As a company/festival we have reputable, legal, licenced & contracted vendors who lawfully engage in the selling & distribution of alcohol & CBD products for the enjoyment of our guests. Our intent as a company & festival is to provide and maintain a safe, healthy and professional appearance & atmosphere. As such, an alcohol and drug free environment by & for our staff, entertainers, merchants & our guests who are our most valuable resource, is of utmost importance. Use, consumption & distribution of alcohol and/or controlled/illegal substances by our staff, entertainment & merchants during the festival day is prohibited. Anyone involved in the festival who is tipsy, drunk, high or displaying impairment by aforementioned substances will be asked to remove themselves from the festival property (either by their own volition or by enforcement). This removal will be at the discretion of the festival staff and may be temporary or permanent. If an individual chooses to partake in such activities after hours, that is their personal responsibility and choice.
*Stage banter needs to be appropriate to the theme and general time period. This means NO references to current events or modern history or culture. References to appropriate fantasy characters are acceptable.
*Never touch a patron without their permission.
*You may not be intoxicated at the event.
*No smoking in area where guests are present.
*No open flame anywhere on the grounds.
*Per Managment - The only pets allowed on the site are service dogs. Other vendor pets owned by the vendor/performer are approved on a case by case basis. You must have requested and completed the pet waiver/registration form and said pet must be approved. Pets may not roam the site unleased or unattended. The leash must be no longer than 6'. Owners take full responsibility of their pet and assume all risk and liabilities. Owners are responsible to dispose of waste and keep the site clean at all times.
*When in the street, always face towards the patrons. Do not stand in a circle. We like croissants, not donuts.
*Newbourne Village will have several basic first aid kits on site for minor injuries (ie: small cut or scrape).
*In case of a major health incident call 911-emergency.
*Anyone attending the Newbourne Village Renaissance Festival as performer/vendor takes full responsibility for their own personal health & safety and acquiring the appropriate assistance should a need arise.
*Anyone attending the Newbourne Village Renaissance Festival as performer/vendor assumes all risks, hazards, and dangers arising from their presence on the grounds or relating in any way to the risk of contracting a communicable disease or illness.
Including, without limitation, exposure to Covid-19 or any other bacteria, virus, or other pathogen capable of causing a communicable disease or illness, whether that exposure occurs before, during, or after the event, and regardless of how caused or contracted.
*Anyone attending the Newbourne Village Renaissance Festival as performer/vendor hereby waive any and all claims and potential claims against the Newbourne Village Renaissance Festival, event organizer/promoters, A-Frame Entertainment LLC and its affiliates - relating to such risks, hazards, and dangers.
*When in the street, always face towards the patrons. Do not stand in a circle. We like croissants, not donuts.
*ALWAYS be warm, welcoming and friendly to EVERYONE! Everyone is your new best friend, and our guests should leave feeling like family and desiring to come back.
*By your involvement & entering the grounds of Newbourne Village all participants grant the management and staff of the festival, and authorized members of the media permission to take photographs and video of them to be used in advertising, promotions, and documentation of the event, and for security purposes, and waive any and all rights regarding use of their image or likeness and for the aforementioned purposes.
