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Obtaining Licensing Rights for Your Broadway or Off-Broadway Production

Most Broadway and off-Broadway productions require the licensing of third-party rights. Whether you are looking to turn an existing literary work into the next award-winning musical or incorporate a popular musician’s song into your production, you will need to obtain these rights. Because negotiating licensing rights can be a daunting endeavor, it is always advisable […]

Author: Brian D. Spector

July 25, 2024

Quick Contract Guide for Commercial Theater Productions

Although they never get top billing, contracts form the backbone of commercial live theater productions. By clearly establishing the rights and responsibilities of the major participants, from playwrights to producers to actors to set designers, contracts protect the interests of everyone involved and position shows for success. When entering into contracts for Broadway plays and musicals, it […]

Author: Brian D. Spector

May 24, 2024

What Is Amortization Expense? Explained

The financing side of a Broadway production is far less exciting than the stories and songs that come alive on stage. However, navigating the unique economics of Broadway is equally important to the success of a show. Questions like “What is an amortization expense?” and “When does recoupment occur?” may be daunting, but they play a […]

Author: Brian D. Spector

February 26, 2024

How to Take Advantage of the New York City Musical and Theatrical Tax Credit Program

The NYC Musical and Theatrical Tax Credit Program was established to help the theater industry recover from the COVID-19 pandemic... The New York City Musical and Theatrical Tax Credit Program was established to help the theater industry recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. It has grown to become a key funding resource for both Broadway and […]

Author: Brian D. Spector

December 1, 2023

New York

Scarinci Hollenbeck Partner Brian Spector Debuts Star-Studded Recording for New Musical

Two-Time Tony Award® Winner Brian Spector Serving as Lead Producer for Wild About You New York, NY – November 21, 2023 – Scarinci Hollenbeck is proud to share that the album for Partner Brian D. Spector’s new musical is now available. Wild About You is a musical in development, with music and lyrics by Broadway […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

November 21, 2023

Broadway/Theater

Top Five Legal Issues When Producing a NYC Theatrical Performance

The production of plays and musicals involves a myriad of complex legal rights and obligations, ranging from copyrights to casting... Once you have the idea for your next great show, it can be tempting to charge full speed ahead. However, the production of plays and musicals involves a myriad of complex legal rights and obligations, […]

Author: Brian D. Spector

October 20, 2023

Selecting the Right Entity for Your NYC Theatrical Production

When launching a New York City theatrical production, selecting the right legal structure for your project is one of the first key business decisions you will need to make... They say “there’s no real theater without taking risks.” However, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try to minimize yours, especially as to the legal structure of […]

Author: Brian D. Spector

October 4, 2023

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