Children in entertainment: A guide for parents
Who needs a licence
All children under the age of 16, even babies, need a licence.
There are a few exceptions but if a child must miss school for rehearsals or performances, they must have a licence.
A child does not need a licence once they have past the official school-leaving age.
If your child is involved in entertainment and no one has mentioned a licence, get in touch with us and we can tell you whether one is needed.
Important notice
It is illegal for a child to perform without a licence when they should have one.
A child may not be covered by insurance if they are injured due to an accident that happened at a performance.