Frequently asked questions

Booking requests

Do I need an account to request a booking?

No. Fill in the request form and we send you a tracking ID by email. If your email already has a Shows account, we ask you to sign in so the request is saved to that account.

Can I request someone who is not listed?

Yes. Use Request anyone and give the performer's name and any links that help us find them. Shows support contacts them for you.

How do I follow my request?

Open Track request and enter your tracking ID and email. We email you a one-time code to open the request. Signed-in requesters find it under My requests.

Can I talk to the performer directly?

No. Shows support handles every booking and passes messages between you and the performer, so terms and payment stay protected.

Can I book several performers for one event?

Yes. Send a separate request for each performer. Each booking has its own terms and contract.

Can I cancel a request?

You can cancel online until you accept a quote. After that, contact Shows support from the request page; the contract's cancellation terms apply.

Contracts and payment

When do I pay?

After Shows agrees the performer's fee, you accept the quote and both contracts are signed. You then pay the full amount in naira by the due date shown in your contract.

What happens if I do not pay by the due date?

The booking lapses automatically and the performer is released. Nobody owes anything.

Can I sign the contract online?

Yes. You can draw or type your signature on the contract page. You can also download the contract, sign it by hand and upload it.

Can I pay in dollars, euros or pounds?

You can state your budget in those currencies, but payment is in naira. We show an estimate in naira for your budget.

For Pros

Who can join as a Pro?

Performers and event service providers, as individuals or businesses. Create a Shows account, set up your storefront and send it for review.

How long does approval take?

Shows staff review every profile before it appears in the directory. We email you when it is approved or if anything needs changing.

How do I get paid?

Shows collects payment from the requester and pays you by bank transfer after the event. Add your bank account in your Pro workspace.