Don’t let the collision of creative artistic and business worlds spin you out. Your artistry as a dancer and choreographer is a valuable asset, and Sanicki Lawyers can help you protect it against unfair use or exploitation. Our team of experienced legal professionals can provide expert guidance on all aspects of dance and the law.
We'll help you understand how copyright law protects your original choreography as a "dramatic work," and advise you on the best ways to document and protect your work, including step sheets, storyboards, and video recordings. We'll also explain your exclusive rights as a copyright owner, including reproduction, communication, publication, adaptation, and performance rights
We'll guide you through the process of obtaining necessary permissions for using copyrighted music in your performances or recordings. We'll also advise you on how to grant licenses to others who want to use your choreography, including "blanket permissions" for wider use
We can help you draft and negotiate fair contracts with dancers, collaborators, theatres, and other parties involved in your productions. This includes addressing key issues such as compensation, ownership of rights, and dispute resolution.
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