Who do I talk to about…
To see a list of staff contacts and their areas of expertise visit ABOUT US. If in doubt, ask the Office Manager – Pania - and she will put you on the right track.
AGENT
Contact Murray Lynch or Aneta Ruth with any AGENT enquiries.
(Performance rights, royalties and advances, client services, circulation, collaborations and commissions)
What is a licence?
A licence is a contract between Playmarket (as representatives of the playwright) and you (as a producer) that outlines what you have permission to do with the playwright’s script (e.g. photocopy the script, produce a performance of the script, present a public reading etc) and the conditions under which this permission is granted (e.g. writer is credited on all materials, all advances and fees are paid, prohibition of alterations to the script etc)
Visit PERFORMANCE RIGHTS for more information on specific licences.
How do I licence a script?
Apply via our online rights application.
Visit PERFORMANCE RIGHTS for more information.
I am behind schedule - I know the play I want but I need everything super fast. What can I do?
Contact us immediately and we will do our best to process it as quickly as possible.
How much will an advance against royalties be?
The amount of the advance varies according to the size of the venue, the number of performances and whether the production is professional, amateur or school and how long the licence is for.
Visit PERFORMANCE RIGHTS for more information on specific licences.
I have a question about my End of Season Royalty Report.
Contact Pania Stevenson and she will talk it through with you.
What do I do about comps?
Your licence will stipulate the cases where complimentary tickets are not included for the purpose of royalty calculations.
All complimentary tickets outside of this will be included in royalty calculations.
There's recorded music in the play. Do I have to apply for the rights to this as well?
Unless Playmarket represents the playwright or composer of the music, you will need to get the appropriate rights permissions to use the music on stage. For all commercial music enquiries contact APRA.
I need to make changes to the play I'm producing, is it okay to just go ahead and cut or add stuff to suit?
NO! You may not make any changes to the script without permission. If you need to change something, contact us first and we will check with the playwright. If you do not receive permission to make changes you may be held in breach of the licence contract.
What is a Playmarket client and how do I become one?
Visit AGENT for all information about our client services and representation.
ADVISOR
Contact Jean Betts or Stuart Hoar with any SCRIPT ADVICE enquiries.
(Finding plays, script development, script assessments, playwright issues, competitions, and circulation)
DO YOU ACCEPT UNSOLICITED SCRIPTS?
No. If you have a new play you would like us to read, the only way to do this to apply for a Clinic, request a Script Assessment, or enter one of our Competitions .
However, if your play has been successfully performed already, you are welcome to apply to the AGENT directly for client status and representation.
CAN I REGISTER MY PLAY WITH YOU?
How do I copyright my script?
Once you have written down (or otherwise recorded) your play, it is automatically copyrighted to you. However it is also standard to put the copyright symbol (© - Option g) on the front of your completed work, with your name and the year. The NZ Writers' Guild website also offers excellent copyright information - www.nzwg.org.nz/your-rights/copyright/
(For advanced information about copyright see COPYRIGHT COUNCIL.)
BOOKSHOP
Contact Pania Stevenson with any BOOKSHOP or OFFICE enquiries.
(Tracking or amending orders, payments)
Can I get my member discount when buying online?
YES. All you need is your login and password. Visit MEMBERSHIP if you have forgotten them.
PLAYMARKET MEMBERS SHOULD NOTE THAT TO RECEIVE THEIR 10% DISCOUNT THEY MUST LOG-IN BEFORE PURCHASING.
Can I be invoiced for an online order?
YES, but you will need to provide a purchase order number when checking out.
COMMUNICATIONS & PUBLICATIONS
Contact Aneta Ruth with any enquiries.
(eBulletin, website, membership, Playmarket Annual, Playmarket Play Series, media enquiries)
How do I sign up to receive the eBULLETIN?
Visit NEWS, give your name and email address and a verification email will be sent out. Make sure you mark us as “Not Junk” when that email comes through.
Can I submit opportunities and articles to the eBULLETIN?
YES. Email Aneta Ruth with the details. Submissions must be received by the last Monday of each month to make the following month’s newsletter.
What is a PLAYMARKET member?
A member is a supporter of Playmarket who pays an annual sub and receives membership benefits. Visit MEMBERSHIP for all the details.
But please note that membership is not the same thing as becoming a Playmarket Client, and does not include agency representation.
How do I sign up to be a member?
Visit our MEMBERSHIP page for all the information and to join.
I’ve forgotten my login and/or password
Visit our MEMBERSHIP page and LOGIN. You will then be given the option to have a new password emailed to you.
SCHOOLS
Contact Pania with any school enquiries or visit SCHOOLS
(Script orders and book deals, performance rights, Playwright visits, rehearsal scripts)