Hi, all. I am currently anxiously awaiting to hear back from Concord Theatricals about an application for a musical (can't announce yet as we're still awaiting building & licensor approval) that says "Rights may be restricted in your area." In checking the map, I see another production is occurring around the same time about 90 minutes away. This was not on the map when I submitted my application. I know rights are often restricted when there's a professional production or tour nearby. The message said that additional clearance would be needed.
I'm just curious if anyone has had any experience with (1) current Concord Theatricals licensing (
after the merger-based on earlier posts, I know that the transition was particularly chaotic), (2) criteria used to decide if rights are restricted (other than a nearby professional production/tour), (3) whether there's any way to appeal an initial rejection.
I realize that additional clearance is probably what is taking so long (we heard back from Concord within 36 hours of applying for rights for our fall play), but based on past experiences when applications take awhile to process, it doesn't usually turn out well. Maybe I'm paranoid, but I just have this sinking feeling that things won't work out...
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Ethan Mathias
Director
Hamilton Southeastern High School
IN
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