Join Equity's Comedians' Network

Comedians' Network

Our Comedians' Network is open to all members who work in comedy.

Whether you perform live stand-up, work in comedy acting or write for television and radio and other media. It was founded in 2015 and has over 400 members. 

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Our work

The Comedians' Network manifesto

  • Fair pay for all
  • Safe working conditions
  • Protection from harassment and discrimination
  • Fair treatment in the workplace
  • A standard contract for comedians
  • The Work So Far

Contracts

We drew up a contract which was approved by Equity and the Variety and Light Entertainment Council and has been adopted by a number of promoters. It is also available for comedians to use for their own bookings.

Download a copy of the contract

Comedians' Charter

In 2022, we launched the Equity Comedians' Charter at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Benefits of Equity Membership for Comedians

  • A community of comedians fighting for better workplace conditions 
  • Public liability insurance
  • Accident and Backstage Cover insurance while working
  • Legal assistance for cancellations, non-payments and other workplace disputes
  • Use of Comedians’ standard contract
  • Tax advice
  • Social security advice

How to Join

For more information about joining Equity please see here

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Policy briefing

Stand-up comedy is no joke - Policy briefing

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