Who can join Equity?
Equity is for entertainment professionals.
Membership
Find out about Equity membership if you're thinking about joining or access your benefits if you're already a member.
A movement making entertainment a better place to work.
About membership
How much does Equity membership cost?
How much does Equity membership cost?
Membership Benefits
With Equity you're never alone, even if you perform solo.
Explore and access member benefits
Equity Name
Your Equity name is crucial for the distribution of royalties and for casting clarity.
Discounts for members
Industry and local discounts — from money off parking, restaurants and hotels to discounts for IMDbPro.
Insurance
Information about insurance available to Equity members.
Pensions
The Equity Pension Scheme helps you prepare for your future
Advice and support
Equity is the torch-bearer for good working practices in the UK entertainment industry. We support our members at work
Legal support
If you’re an Equity member, we can help with legal claims for breach of contract, claims for personal injury and accidents at work.
"Being a performer can sometimes be a lonely profession. But by being in Equity I know that I am part of a network, a community, a movement."
Dan de la Motte
"Being an Equity member opens a theatre family and network to you, providing important advice and being your protection if needed."
Zoe Spurr, Theatrical Lighting Designer