Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Theatre Insurance Brokers in London
Established in 1936, we are a family-run insurance brokerage with a legacy of providing tailored insurance solutions to the theatre and entertainment industry. Our expertise lies in understanding the unique risks faced by performing arts professionals, from amateur dramatic societies to commercial producers. With decades of experience, we maintain strong relationships with leading insurers to secure competitive rates while prioritising a personal approach to client service.Our team combines generational knowledge with modern insights, ensuring clients receive coverage that aligns precisely with their operational needs. Recognised for our contributions to the industry, including the 2024 Olivier Industry Recognition Award, we remain committed to delivering specialist insurance products with integrity and professionalism.
Services
Theatre Insurance
Amateur Dramatic Societies Insurance
Dance Teacher Insurance
Cancellation Insurance
Personal Lines Insurance
Details
- Year established: 1936
Highlights and features
- We are a family-run business with over 80 years of industry experience.
- Our team specialises in niche theatrical and entertainment insurance markets.
- We maintain long-standing partnerships with leading insurers for competitive rates.
- Our service prioritises tailored solutions over generic insurance packages.
- We combine generational expertise with modern risk management insights.
Associations and certifications
- Financial Conduct Authority
What people say
Swift and efficient
Fantastic result
Highly recommend
Extensive work
Excellent assistance
Services
Theatre Insurance
We provide comprehensive insurance for theatrical productions, covering material damage, liability, and cancellation risks. Our policies protect both large-scale commercial productions and smaller amateur performances. With tailored terms and competitive rates negotiated through long-standing insurer relationships, this coverage ensures financial protection against industry-specific risks.
Amateur Societies Insurance
Our First Night scheme offers bespoke insurance for amateur dramatic and operatic societies. This package includes material damage, liability, cancellation, and personal accident coverage starting from 189.20. Underwritten by Zurich Insurance, it provides essential protection for community theatre groups and similar organisations.
Dance Teacher Insurance
The First Step scheme provides dance teachers with public liability, professional indemnity, and personal accident coverage. Exclusively available to members of One Dance, this specialist insurance addresses risks associated with teaching dance, including injury claims and legal liabilities during instruction.
Cancellation Insurance
We offer specialist cancellation insurance for theatre productions and entertainment events. This coverage protects against financial losses from unforeseen cancellations due to weather, illness, or venue issues. Our brokers help clients structure policies that align with specific production risks and contractual obligations.
Personal Lines Insurance
Our personal lines insurance caters to individuals in the entertainment industry, including high net worth motor and household policies. Tailored to professionals whose assets relate to their theatrical work, these policies provide comprehensive protection while recognising the unique needs of performing arts professionals.
People
Robert Israel
Managing Director - ACII
Robert joined the family business in 1975 after training at a leading insurer. He specialises in entertainment insurance and has built the company's reputation over 50 years as a leading broker. Recipient of the 2024 Olivier Industry Recognition Award.
Michael Israel
Lead Broker - ACII
Michael joined Gordon & Co Insurance Brokers & Co Insurance Brokers & Co in 2008 after working in an insurance contingency department. He specialises in commercial insurance and cancellation coverage, bringing over 15 years of experience in specialist risk management solutions for the entertainment sector.
Amanda Newton
Project Manager
Amanda joined in 2017 with a background in management consulting. She supports back-office operations across the business while studying for insurance qualifications, bringing over a decade of project management experience to her role.
Angela Parker
Head of Accounts
Angela has worked at Gordon & Co Insurance Brokers & Co Insurance Brokers & Co for 38 years, managing the accounts department for over 20 years. Her extensive institutional knowledge ensures smooth financial operations across the company's specialist insurance offerings.
Callie Wakeling
Account Handler Cert CII
Callie has worked at Gordon & Co Insurance Brokers & Co Insurance Brokers & Co for 17 years, handling theatrical producer renewals and high net worth insurance policies. Her expertise spans both commercial and personal insurance products, supporting clients with tailored solutions.
Questions
What types of insurance do you specialise in?
We specialise in theatre and entertainment insurance, including coverage for productions, amateur dramatic societies, dance teachers, and cancellation risks. We also offer personal lines insurance for industry professionals.
Do you cover amateur dramatic productions?
Yes, our First Night scheme provides comprehensive insurance for amateur dramatic and operatic societies, covering material damage, liability, cancellation, and personal accident risks starting from £189.20.
What is the First Step Dance Teacher Insurance?
This specialist scheme for One Dance members includes public liability, professional indemnity, and personal accident coverage specifically designed for dance teachers' unique risks.
How long has your company been in business?
Gordon & Co Insurance Brokers & Co Insurance Brokers & Co Insurance Brokers was founded in 1936 and has provided specialist insurance for the theatre and entertainment industry for over 85 years.
Can you help with claim processes?
Yes, our team provides dedicated support throughout the claims process, leveraging our insurer relationships to ensure efficient resolution of claims related to theatrical productions and entertainment events.
