Devised Theatre Resources

This model agreement should be used when a group of individuals (alternatively, “creators”) begins a collaborative process without first knowing who the authors will be.

This model represents a process in which one or more writer(s) (alternatively, principal devisors, delegates, or lead writers) collaborate with one or more non-writers to create a new work.

This model should be used when all of the participants in the devised process are writers (alternatively, “ensemble members”).

This agreement also grants the rights of production to a producer or production company, ensures proper payment to the author, protects authorial rights, and includes optional sections on billing, subsidiary rights, and future options.

The Devised Theater Committee and Business Affairs Department are proud to announce the availability of four new contract models designed specifically for devised theater. Accompanying the contract models is an innovative Devised Theater Resource Manual, which includes, among other things, an explanation...