Performer Handbook and Agreement

Thank you for being here and for bringing your brilliance to Hoops and Hare. This collective is rooted in mutual respect, joyful disruption, and the belief that performance is transformative, playful, and powerful.

 
Please read the following information carefully and fill out the associated form.

Questions? Contact us at ivanacoquetu@gmail.com or mzhooplah@gmail.com

(Portions of this policy have been adapted with gratitude from the Celestial Cabaret Code of Conduct.)

At-Will Engagement & Contractor Status 

All performers are considered independent contractors and not employees of Hoops and Hare, ElectroLounge, or any affiliated producers. Participation in our productions is at-will, meaning either the performer or the producers may end the working relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without cause or notice.

This policy ensures flexibility for both parties and protects the integrity of our creative environment. Nothing in this code of conduct, event agreement, or communication shall be interpreted to create an employer-employee relationship, partnership, or joint venture.

Clarification of Affiliation & Contractor Status

While Hoops and Hare regularly produces shows at Red Light Café, your participation is not considered a residency, and you are not employed by the venue in any capacity. Red Light Café is a host venue, not your employer.

 
Your agreement is directly with Hoops and Hare, which operates under Hare Branding Concepts, LLC. You are considered an independent contractor, not an employee of the venue or the production company. This distinction ensures that all creative and legal responsibilities are managed clearly and respectfully.

 
Please direct all show-related communication, contracts, and payment questions to Hoops and Hare, not the venue.

Our Community Values

Hoops and Hare is a collective of artists committed to creating a harassment-free, consent-centered, and celebratory space for all. This code of conduct applies to everyone involved—performers, volunteers, staff, crew, and online participants.

 
We welcome and celebrate all bodies, all genders, all races, all sexualities, all abilities, all ways of being human. Discrimination, harassment, or disrespect have no place here.

We treat each other with kindness and professionalism—onstage, backstage, in the audience, and in our inboxes.

Consent & Conduct: Our Non-Negotiables 

We practice and expect clear, enthusiastic, and informed consent.

We use Stoplight Language:

• Red means stop immediately.No negotiation. 
• Yellow means pause and renegotiate.
• Green means an enthusiastic yes given freely and without coercion.

We follow the FRIES model for consent:

• Freely given
• Reversible
• Informed
• Enthusiastic
• Specific.

 
Whether you’re incorporating audience participation, working with another performer, or engaging in community space, consent is the baseline—not the bonus.

We do not tolerate:

• Racist, sexist, homophobic, transphobic, ableist, classist, or body-shaming language
• Personal attacks or slurs
• Unwanted sexual attention or touching
• Harassment, stalking (online or in person), doxxing
• Posting or displaying sexually explicit or violent content without consent
• Disruption, intimidation, threats, or violence
• Ignoring someone’s stated boundaries—on or off stage
• Negative social media posting whether vague or direct about other members of the group, productions, performers, venue, or other business partners.  
• Gossip, passive-aggressive behavior, or offstage conflict that disrupts the collaborative spirit of the show. 

Venue Safety Policy: Powders, Liquids & Foods
Our venue partner, Red Light Café, requires strict adherence to the following policy: 

Any act using powders, liquids, or foods must submit a full video for venue approval no later than 2 weeks before the show. No video = No act.

This includes glitter (yes, glitter counts as powder).

If your act is approved:

•  You must bring a towel or wrap to wear offstage along with foot coverings to minimize venue residue 
• You may not place any items near or on sound equipment
• you must use a tarp and pool. 
• You are responsible for tear down and clean up 

If a performer uses banned elements without approval, the producer may be held liable for cleanup, damages, and loss of future venue access.

Food and drink for personal consumption (not performance) are allowed if:

They’re held securely (e.g., mounted drink holders)
They’re not near sound equipment
They’re not used as a prop or effect 

Not being consumed in venue seating after doors

Flock Commitments & Community Integrity

We are so proud of you and everything you’re creating in the world. As artists ourselves, we fully support your journey and want to be your biggest cheerleaders—onstage and beyond. Watching you shine makes our hearts soar.

 
That said, we’ve built this flock on trust, communication, and mutual respect. We care deeply about each of you—not just as performers, but as people—so when boundaries are crossed or we find things out at the tea party instead of directly from you, it honestly hurts our feelings. We’re a team, and we want to handle things with care and clarity.

Regular Flock cast members are defined as performers who have participated in three or more shows within the last six months. These members are considered active parts of our performance family.

 
To protect the integrity of our shows, recruiting regular cast members for gigs that conflict with scheduled Flock events is not allowed. This includes asking someone to drop out of a show they’re already cast in or on a soft hold for for another booking or production. Doing so may result in removal from the flock—not because we don’t love you, but because we have to protect the nest we’ve all helped build.

 
If you ever have scheduling questions or opportunities that might overlap, no big deal. We understand that things shift. Just reach out to Hoops & Hare directly. We’d much rather hear it from you than find out at the tea party. That kind of thing can sting—and we’d rather hug it out early than untangle a mess later. 

Want to double-check what dates you’re currently signed up for? Just ask—we’re happy to remind you. We’ll be sharing upcoming show dates here, and we’d love for you to confirm your availability. If anything changes, we ask that you provide 30 days’ notice so we can adjust accordingly. These commitments are considered a soft hold unless otherwise stated.

 
Additionally, if you are partnered with another recurring Thursday or Sunday residency within 25 miles of Red Light Cafe in Atlanta, you will no longer receive priority booking with us . This helps us protect the consistency of our cast and our shows.

Let’s keep building something beautiful together—with honesty, care, and glitter.

We love you. Really. 

Calling all sinners!

Every Sunday School for Sinners show is built around cheeky religious undertones—nuns, priests, devils, school-theys, and more—layered with a unique sub-theme each time to inspire your acts. We ask that performers incorporate these vibes into their looks or performances to keep the spirit of the sanctuary alive.

We celebrate both new and returning artists in every show, and we do our best to include a new performer in each cast based on availability. So if this is your first time reaching out—don’t worry, we promise we haven’t ruled you out.

Pay & Participation:

 
Group Acts: $75 guarantee. If any group member also wishes to perform a solo act, that must be approved by production ahead of time, with separate tech forms submitted for each act.
Solo Acts: $50 guarantee.
Tip Pool: Shared equally among all performers after production costs.
All performers are expected to:

Go-go between acts (as needed)
Assist with stage setup and cleanup
Stay through the end of the show
Payment will be sent via Venmo within 2 weeks of the show date.

Questions? Reach out to Mz. Hooplah or Ivana Coquetú. 

ElectroLounge: Show Format & Pay Structure

ElectroLounge brings the heat and the glow every third Thursday.  Every performer will take the stage twice to electronica music and help light up the night with glow elements. That doesn’t mean everyone needs fire props or LED wings—but we do ask that you incorporate glow, LED, or blacklight-responsive elements into your act in a way that feels fun and authentic to you.

Need ideas? Dollar store LED accessories, blacklight makeup, twinkle lights in your boa, or glow-in-the-dark costume pieces totally count. Be creative. Be bright. Be weird.

Pay & Participation:
All performers are paid 10% of ticket sales, split evenly among the cast.
Tips from the audience are split evenly as well.

All performers are expected to:
Go-go dance between acts
Kitten as a team
Stay through the end of the show for wrap-up 
Payment is sent to your Venmo within 2 weeks of the show date.

Questions? Contact Mz. Hooplah or Ivana Coquetú—we can’t wait to vibe with you.

Middle Age Cabaret: Performer Code of Conduct

At Middle Age Cabaret, we hold ourselves—and each other—to high standards of professionalism, respect, and fabulousness. This show is more than entertainment—it’s a space of empowerment, consent, and collective care. By performing with us, you agree to the following:

🌟 Respect the Space & Each Other

Be kind, inclusive, and supportive backstage and onstage. We celebrate all bodies, identities, and performance styles.
No harassment, discrimination, or hateful behavior will be tolerated—period.

⏰ Be Reliable

Arrive on time and check in with the stage manager upon arrival.
If you’re running late, communicate clearly (text Ivana 571-221-3916).
Stay until the end of the show unless pre-approved by production. 

🔥 Be Safe & Sober

No performing under the influence. If you need accommodations for nerves or medical reasons, please talk to us privately and respectfully.
Respect your own limits and others’ boundaries. 

💼 Be Professional

Treat all cast, crew, and venue staff with courtesy.
Clean up after yourself and assist with check-in/kittening as needed.
Handle conflict directly, kindly, or bring it to production

✨ Consent is Non-Negotiable

Always ask before touching another person or their props/costumes.
If your act includes interaction with audience or cast, consent must be clearly communicated and confirmed in advance. 

Violation of this code may result in removal from the lineup or future shows.

We’re here to have a great time—but not at the expense of anyone’s comfort or safety. Let’s make it magical, together.

Pay Structure
$100 guarantee for performers
$50 for kittens
Tips from the audience are pooled and split evenly after production costs are covered
Payment sent via Venmo within 2 weeks of the show date

 
Questions or concerns? Reach out to Mz. Hooplah or Ivana Coquetú.