Planning a tour is a long-term exercise with lead times of often 12 to 18 months to accommodate time frames for funding bodies, subscription seasons and venue availability. Keeping on top of the ins and outs of all of this can be tough for a small company or a performer who has never toured before.

Bear in mind that national tours (visiting three or more states) are mostly dependent on funding from Playing Australia to cover the net touring costs (freight, travel, accomodation, and living allowances). Applications close on June 15 (for tours commencing after January 1), and December 15 (tours after July 1). Once Performing Lines has decided to organise a tour, it may take four to eight weeks to secure venues and put the application together.

Tours within one state may be funded by the relevent state or territory agency. Contact the appropriate agency for information about deadlines, eligibility and criteria.

Performing Lines' extensive and diverse touring networks keep us up-to-date and in contact with producers, festivals and presenters around Australia and internationally. We are able to provide advice about how you might get your show on the road, the intricacies of possible funding avenues and the many tiny details that will help make a tour a success.