Legal Question in Entertainment Law in Connecticut

Copyright, Entertainment, and DVD sales

I'm with a performance group that has been performing to a niche but fervent audience. It benefits non-profit organizations and nobody is paid. the director now wants to sell DVD's of the shows.

Problem is, we use recorded popular music that I assume is copyrighted. I'm concerned that the RIAA will chase us down.


Asked on 11/18/07, 11:13 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Ruth Emily Kochard Ruth Emily Kochard, Counselor at Law

Re: Copyright, Entertainment, and DVD sales

From the facts you've presented, it sounds like a copywright violation--you should seek a license to use the music.

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Answered on 11/19/07, 1:46 am


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