Entertainment

The global influence of the UK entertainment industry can be seen across all of the Arts through the wealth of its internationally renowned UK producers, directors, artists, actors and performers.

SUPPORTING TALENTED ENTERTAINMENT ARTISTS

With our roots firmly in the creative world of music and entertainment, we are widely recognised as one of the top three UK advisors in our industry and support a roster of musicians, actors, performers, presenters, and influencers, alongside their support networks of managers and talent agencies.

Our entertainment clients are inspiring and diverse. Many of them generate income from multiple sources across different tax jurisdictions, so their finances can be complicated, whilst requiring all-round business management support. From looking after withholding tax and bill payments, to technical advice, we work as part of our clients’ ‘inner sanctum’ management team, trusted and integral to their day-to-day business operations, decision making and strategic direction. It’s a highly personalised service, which puts our clients’ needs at the very centre.

  • +50%

    The year-on-year increase in grant rights income from music works in opera, ballet, musicals and theatrical productions for 2022

    Source: This is Music 2023
  • £6.27bn

    Record breaking value of combined inward investment for high-end TV and feature film productions in 2022

    Source: British Film Institute, 2023
  • £11.1bn

    Record breaking value of combined digital sales for music, video and games in 2022

    Source: British Film Institute, 2023

A TRUSTED ADVISOR & FINANCIAL CONFIDANT

We’ve gained unique insights into this fast-paced industry from our clients, over the last 35-years. Whether it’s the impact of work schedules, emerging industry trends, or something more personal, we’re always thinking ahead to help manage cash flow, forecast income and help clients to plan for the future. Above all, we do care about our their personal, as well as professional, success and we’re there to support them through their everyday lifes as well.

We’ve been privileged to work with so many talented entertainment artists, managers and entrepreneurs throughout their careers. From meeting them as newly signed talent and start-up businesses, to celebrating their major achievements, and becoming established names in the industry, it’s incredibly rewarding to see them achieve success from doing what they love.

Related Services

We offer a highly personalised service which puts our entertainment clients at the very centre, from accounting, business management and withholding taxes, to niche industry areas and specialist advice.

  • Music industry valuation expert joins SRLV

    Our new consultant, renowned business valuation expert Alan Wallis, will be working alongside SRLV partners to expand the firm's specialist valuation and expert witness services for music Intellectual Property (IP), whilst adding to the team's existing expertise in other areas.

  • The New Independent Film Tax Credit (IFTC) and permanent Cultural Reliefs

    The Chancellor responded to calls for additional tax reliefs for UK independent films, visual effects, as well as introducing new permanent rates for Cultural Reliefs in the recent Spring Budget which is welcome news for all, as our tax partner Jai Vora, explains.  

  • The end of the non-dom regime

    Far-reaching tax reforms for non-domiciles were announced as part of the Spring Budget this week. Our Tax Director, Kieron Clement-Smith, highlights the key points for new and existing non-doms, how and when the new rules will be introduced, and early actions to consider.

  • Spring Budget 2024: Outcomes & Analysis

    Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, rose to the dispatch box yesterday for the most significant Budget speech of his tenure. Expectations were high, albeit that in the days leading up to the speech the Chancellor and PM were keen to downplay the “great election giveaway”.

Insights

Latest News and Knowledge

Our views on the latest news, events and industry issues affecting our clients, both in the UK and worldwide.

Get in touch

Whether you have a particular financial issue to discuss, would like more information about our services or are interested in joining our team, please do get in touch. We’d love to hear from you.