If you operate a private theatre in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Centre-Val de Loire, Grand Est, Hauts-de-France, Normandie, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, Occitanie, or Pays de la Loire, you can benefit from a deficit guarantee aid provided by Association pour le Soutien du Théâtre Privé. This scheme covers up to 40% of losses incurred during financially challenging periods, ensuring that your theatre can continue to operate. This aid is complementary to other support mechanisms such as production aid and employment incentives. Contact Association pour le Soutien du Théâtre Privé for detailed application procedures.
Objectives
The deficit guarantee aid aims to support private theatres by covering a portion of their financial losses during unprofitable operations. This safety net allows theatre operators to recover some losses, facilitating the continuation of their cultural offerings despite financial uncertainties. By providing this guarantee, Association pour le Soutien du Théâtre Privé helps maintain the vibrancy of the performing arts sector.
Beneficiaries
This aid is available to private theatres that host performances in fixed venues. Eligibility criteria include:
- Membership in Association pour le Soutien du Théâtre Privé
- A minimum number of annual performances, which varies based on venue capacity (200, 150, or 120 performances)
- Financial drawing rights and an unexhausted quota of performances
- A minimum 30% involvement in production
- Employment of a minimum number of full-time equivalent technicians.
Theatres with more than 500 seats may access additional support under specific conditions.
Eligible operations
The aid covers losses related to the operation of performances, with guaranteed performances ranging from 25 to 120. The same performances can be operated over two consecutive seasons. Eligible expenses include operational costs and production-related expenses. Theatres may also request a guarantee recovery for performances that have previously experienced financial losses.
Eligibility conditions
To qualify for the deficit guarantee, theatres must:
- Justify a minimum number of performances based on venue size
- Maintain a minimum technical team according to audience capacity
- Present an amortizable budget
- Adhere to specific conditions for guarantee recovery, if applicable.
Theatres failing to meet these conditions may have their applications denied.
Grant amount
The deficit guarantee covers up to 40% of losses, depending on the specifics of the performance. Theatres with fewer than 500 seats may also receive a production allocation calculated based on the production budget. Payment terms and repayment conditions vary based on operational results.
Frequently asked questions
Can I combine this aid with other support schemes?
Yes, the exploitation aid can be combined with other schemes such as production aid and employment incentives, under certain conditions.
What types of performances are eligible?
All performances operated by private theatres that are members of Association pour le Soutien du Théâtre Privé can be eligible, provided they meet the representation and production criteria.
How do I apply for the guarantee?
Applications must be made for a number of performances between 25 and 120, presenting an amortizable budget. Contact Association pour le Soutien du Théâtre Privé for precise application details.
What are the conditions for guarantee recovery?
Guarantee recovery is possible for performances that have previously experienced financial losses, subject to specific conditions regarding timing and operational results.
Is there a limit on the number of guaranteed performances?
Yes, the number of guaranteed performances is capped at 270 per season, regardless of the type of performance.