We are creators, producers, and dedicated collaborators.
When you inquire about our services, we will arrange a time for an initial consultation over the phone, which allows us to get a sense of your event and whether Articus is a good fit.
Consultation: During our initial conversation we will confirm details about your event, including:
Date, approximate time, and location.
The nature of the event, including general flow, atmosphere, and theme.
The kind of act(s) you’re interested in.
Your estimated budget for entertainment.
There are times when the location or timing of the event will limit the types of acts that we can offer. Collecting this information helps us build recommendations that are right for your specific event, keeping these logistics in mind. This is also a great time for you to ask questions about our services, or circus-based entertainment in general.
Site Inspection: While this is usually not required, there are some situations where a site inspection is necessary to determine the suitability of a venue for a specific act. In this case, there is a small fee for the site inspection, which is deducted from the booking fee if you decide to move forward with our services.
Recommendation & Quote: Once we have collected the information we need, determined the logistical possibilities of the venue/location, and answered your questions, we will put together a few recommendations for you if Articus is the right fit.
Securing Your Date(s): When we do this work upfront, it makes the booking process easy and seamless. When you are ready to book, we will send a contract outlining the details of your event, the services we are to provide, and any additional details. The fees are broken into two payments: a 50% non-refundable retainer is due at the time of booking to secure your date, and the remaining 50% is due two weeks before the date of the event.
Final Check-In: We will be available to answer questions or, where possible, make any necessary adjustments leading up to the date of your event. Approximately one week before the event, we will send an email confirming the final details and logistics of the event. We endeavor to be adaptable whenever possible; however, changes made after this date will be at our discretion.
The Day-Of: On the day of the event, we know you’re busy with a million other details. That is why we ask that final payments be sent in advance, and all logistical details be confirmed two weeks beforehand. This allows us to show up prepared so that you can place your focus where it is needed, then sit back and enjoy the performance!
Insurance: We provide $5 million in liability insurance for all of our bookings to give you peace of mind.