Solid theatre and production agreements underpin all successful live performances and creative projects. Sanicki Lawyers specialises in providing tailored legal services for professionals in the theatre and entertainment industries, ensuring that contracts protect your interests and foster collaboration.
Sanicki Lawyers understands the unique challenges of the theatre world. Let us provide the legal expertise you need to go on with the show. Contact us today to learn more.
For producers, directors, and theatre companies, we offer comprehensive support in drafting and negotiating production agreements. From securing intellectual property rights to managing talent contracts and vendor agreements, we provide legal solutions that align with your creative vision and business goals. Unlike other contracts in the music and entertainment industry, music theatre contracts often involve complex royalty pool structures with creatives and/or investors, which we have experience developing and advising on.
For actors, playwrights, composers, and other talent, we assist with reviewing contracts to ensure fair compensation, proper credit, and clear terms for royalties, performance obligations, and intellectual property ownership. Whether you’re licensing a script, negotiating a touring production, or finalising agreements with venues, our team is here to advocate for your rights.
We also provide guidance on compliance with Australian employment and contractor laws, copyright regulations, and industry standards, helping you navigate complex legal requirements with confidence.
Production agreements; joint venture, partnership, investor and shareholders agreements; talent contracts for actors, directors, and crew; venue and equipment rental agreements; licensing agreements for scripts, music, and other creative works.
Copyright protection and enforcement for original works; Licensing and royalty agreements for intellectual property use; Resolving disputes over creative ownership.
Structuring royalty payments for writers, composers, and performers (also known as ‘royalty pool’ structuring); Revenue-sharing agreements between stakeholders and/or investors; Ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of earnings.
Mediation and arbitration for contract disputes; Representation in litigation for breach of agreements or IP violations.
Adherence to Australian employment and contractor laws and award conditions; Ensuring compliance with copyright and intellectual property regulations; Guidance on safety and workplace requirements for productions.
Contracts for national and international theatre tours; Advising on permits, visas, and compliance for overseas productions.
Advising on liability and insurance requirements for productions; Mitigating legal risks in complex productions.
