To: "Puptcrit" <puptcrit-AT-puptcrit.org> From: puppetmaster-AT-puppetswithpizazz.com Date: Tue, 24 Mar 2009 12:21:32 +0000 Subject: Re: [Puptcrit] Copyright question Exactly what I needed to know. I'm guessing that my author isn't going to retire because of me! Thanks! Nancy ------Original Message------ From: SPENCE PORTER Sender: puptcrit-bounces-AT-puptcrit.org To: Puptcrit ReplyTo: Puptcrit Sent: Mar 24, 2009 1:22 AM Subject: Re: [Puptcrit] Copyright question Hi! Finally someone asked a question that I can answer!! The Dramatists Guild minimum contracts apply to situations very different from those that most puppeteers work in, and, even then, except for Broadway shows and shows in major regional theaters, the Dramatists Guild allows a lot of flexibility. Frequently, I'll make an arrangement with a small producing organization (you, for example!) that I'll get 5% of the ticket sales (or equivalent), which can be a lot if the show does well, and next to nothing if the show does poorly. Essentially, you need to contact the playwright (preferably directly, since agents can be difficult to deal with) and negotiate a deal. Most playwrights want their work to be seen, and so are more than willing to take into consideration the actual circumstances of the production in setting a fee. And yes, there should always be a written agreement (the playwright will usually provide this). More often than not, the playwright will simply take your word as to the number of performances--but if the playwright is a Dramatists Guild member, the Guild will go after you in a serious way if it turns out you weren't honest. And the money is transferred by your writing a check and mailing it to the playwright. So the big step is simply to get the playwright's contact information. The internet can be useful. If the playwright is a Dramatists Guild member (you can find out by phoning or writing the Guild), the Guild will provide contact info. If you have any questions about any of this, just ask! I love having the chance to be helpful! Best, Spence http://www.SpencePorter.com/ _______________________________________________ List address: puptcrit-AT-puptcrit.org Admin interface: http://lists.puptcrit.org/mailman/listinfo/puptcrit Archives: http://www.driftline.org Sent via BlackBerry by AT&T _______________________________________________ List address: puptcrit-AT-puptcrit.org Admin interface: http://lists.puptcrit.org/mailman/listinfo/puptcrit Archives: http://www.driftline.org
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