Performing Arts Photography
Bringing performances to life through photography is one of my favourite parts of what I do. From school plays and theatre productions to musicals, dance shows and live concerts, I capture the emotion, focus and joy that make every performance unique. In addition, I photograph rehersals and dress rehearsals where needed. This allows you to document the creative performance as well as the final performance.
Over the years, I’ve photographed numerous school productions and live performances. As a result, I understand how much work goes into each show. Throughout each performance, I work discreetly and professionally. I work discreetly, avoiding disruption or distraction for performers and audiences.
What You’ll Receive
After your performance you’ll receive a curated gallery of high-resolution digital images capturing the atmosphere, expression and energy of your production.
Every photograph is carefully selected to showcase the emotion, movement and storytelling that make your performance unique — from powerful on-stage moments to the quieter details behind the scenes.
With each commission, you’ll receive a full license to use the images across all your promotional platforms, including:
Websites and social media
Press releases and publicity materials
Printed marketing, such as posters, programmes, banners and display materials
These images are yours to use in celebrating your performers, promoting future productions and sharing the creativity of your company or theatre with a wider audience.
My Performing Arts Photography Portfolio
The images on this page illustrate my colourful and vibrant style of performing arts photography. Please click on the images below to enlarge them and to view them at better quality.
Performing Arts Photography Pricing
All pricing includes shooting time, editing time and all of the edited images from your shoot as sent as high-resolution digital files.
First Hour
- My prices include basic editing (culling, exposure adjustment and cropping) of the best images. Any additional editing or specialist retouching will be quoted for separately.
Additional hours
- My prices include basic editing (culling, exposure adjustment and cropping) of the best images. Any additional editing or specialist retouching will be quoted for separately.
* Photoshoots outside a radius of 20 miles from my home in Ardingly near Haywards Heath may incur travel fees.
Book your performing Arts Photography Photoshoot
If you’d like to schedule an informal chat to discuss or book your performing arts photography photoshoot just get in touch or email me at: alex@alexrickardphotography.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Are you DBS checked?
Yes, I hold an Enchanced DBS (Discolsure and Barring Service) Certificate which can be viewed on request. I’m also full insured with both Public Liability and Professional Indemnity Insurance.
What types of Performing Arts do you photograph?
I photograph a wide range of performing arts, including theatre productions, dance shows, orchestras, choirs, and school and club performances, as well as rehearsals and dress runs.
Can parents purchase images?
Yes. I can provide a secure online gallery where parents and performers can purchase digital images of their performance.
Can we use the images for publicity and marketing?
Yes. Your licence will cover use for websites, social media, programmes, posters, and promotional materials.
Are you insured?
Yes. I hold full public liability and professional indemnity insurance.
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