Copyright Issues
Public Domain
This page addresses legal things you need know if you are selecting your script from a private source other than a publishing company or are putting together some sort of variety show.
Using someone else's work
What is Public Domain
Works in the public domain are not protected by copyright and may be used freely, without seeking permission. Here are some sites that outlines an understanding of what constitutes being public domain.
A definition from the University of Rochester.
A useful chart to help determine if the work is public domain in the US.
If you are still unsure:
The site below will help you further in determining if a script qualifies as public domain.
Fresh from the Library of Congress.
Public Domain On-line Libraries
A reference site to help identify public domain songs and public domain music . . . royalty free music you can use anywhere and any way you choose.
Disclaimer: This copyright information does not constitute legal advice. Specific questions about how copyright law applies to individual instructional or research use of copyrighted material should be referred to a lawyer.
