Terms and conditions

Terms and Conditions for Cancellation / Amendment of Booking

A. In the event of cancellation or amendment after the agreement has been entered into, Kunstnernes Hus reserves the right to invoice ten percent (10%) of the agreed amount.

B. In the event of cancellation or amendment later than four (4) weeks prior to the commencement of the rental period, fifty percent (50%) of the agreed amount shall be invoiced.

C. In the event of cancellation or amendment later than two (2) weeks prior to the commencement of the rental period, one hundred percent (100%) of the agreed amount shall be invoiced.

D. Any extension of the rental period must be approved in advance by Kunstnernes Hus.

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1. General Provisions

1.1. The Tenant shall only make use of the premises and equipment specified in the agreement.

1.2. The premises may only be used for the agreed event.

1.3. Subletting is strictly prohibited.

1.4. The premises shall be handled with due care. Any damage to equipment, furniture, the premises, or other acts of vandalism shall be compensated by and charged to the Tenant. The Tenant is obliged to inspect the premises and equipment at the commencement of the rental period and to report any damages to Kunstnernes Hus.

1.5. The Landlord reserves the right to repair any damage to the premises or equipment occurring during the rental period at the Tenant’s expense.

1.6. The premises may not be used in any manner that diminishes the reputation or appearance of the property, or that causes disturbance to other tenants or neighbors through dust, noise, odor, or otherwise. If in doubt regarding noise levels, the Tenant shall consult with Kunstnernes Hus.

1.7. The premises are strictly non-smoking.

1.8. The use of special effects, including smoke, pyrotechnics, and similar, is strictly prohibited.

1.9. The Tenant shall at all times comply with applicable house rules, fire safety regulations, and evacuation procedures pertaining to the property.

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2. Production

2.1. Preparations, technical installations, sound checks, and similar activities must be agreed in advance with Kunstnernes Hus.

2.2. Any equipment or props brought onto the premises by the Tenant must be removed the same day, unless otherwise agreed with Kunstnernes Hus. Kunstnernes Hus shall bear no legal responsibility for items brought in by the Tenant.

2.3. The Tenant shall be solely responsible for reporting its events to copyright and rights management organizations, including but not limited to TONO, BONO, and GRAMO. All related fees and charges shall be borne entirely by the Tenant.

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3. Parking

3.1. Parking is only permitted in designated spaces behind the building, subject to prior agreement with Kunstnernes Hus. Parking spaces cannot be reserved.

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4. Food and Beverage Service

4.1. The liquor license at Kunstnernes Hus is held by Kunstnernes Hus Juret. All food and beverage service shall be ordered through Juret, unless otherwise expressly agreed in writing.

4.2. The Tenant is strictly prohibited from bringing its own alcoholic beverages onto the premises, including backstage areas.

4.3. Food consumption is not permitted inside Kunstnernes Hus Cinema.

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5. Marketing

5.1. Use of the Kunstnernes Hus logo requires the prior written consent of Kunstnernes Hus.

5.2. Placement of promotional materials, posters, or similar in the common areas of Kunstnernes Hus, including the restaurant and outdoor areas, requires the prior written consent of Kunstnernes Hus.

5.3. Creation of Facebook events shall be the responsibility of the Tenant.

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6. Liability for Damage

6.1. The Tenant shall be liable for any damage to the premises or movable property in accordance with general principles of Norwegian tort law. This liability extends to the Tenant personally, its employees (permanent or temporary), contractors, or any other persons granted access to the property by the Tenant.

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7. Insurance

7.1. The Landlord shall maintain all legally mandatory insurances. The Tenant shall be responsible for maintaining its own insurance, including liability insurance, for its personnel, equipment, and property.

7.2. The Landlord shall not be held liable for the Tenant’s equipment, property, or belongings.

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8. Breach of Contract by the Tenant

8.1. The Landlord shall be entitled to terminate the agreement with immediate effect in the event of material breach of contract by the Tenant. Non-payment shall in all cases constitute a material breach.

8.2. The Landlord shall further be entitled to terminate the agreement if the Tenant initiates out-of-court or public debt negotiations, is declared bankrupt, or it otherwise appears probable that the Tenant will be unable to meet its contractual obligations.

8.3. The Tenant shall compensate the Landlord for any losses and/or expenses, including consequential damages, incurred as a result of any breach of contract by the Tenant.

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9. Termination of Lease Agreements

9.1. All notices of termination must be submitted in writing no later than four (4) weeks prior to the first scheduled performance day. Failure to comply with this deadline shall result in full invoicing of the rental period and related technical services.

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10. Force Majeure

10.1. In circumstances qualifying as force majeure under Norwegian law, both parties shall be released from their obligations under this agreement.

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11. Applicability of the Tenancy Act

11.1. This agreement is not governed by the Norwegian Tenancy Act, except for the mandatory provisions applicable to the rental of premises, cf. Section 1-2 of the Act.

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12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

12.1. This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Norway. Any disputes between the parties shall first be subject to amicable negotiations. If the parties fail to reach an amicable resolution within thirty (30) days after negotiations are requested, either party may submit the matter to the courts at the Landlord’s legal venue.