SACD Registration: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how artists involved in theater can register to claim royalties for their dramatic or musical stage works.
SACD Registration is a system designed to help creators manage their rights and collect payments for works performed on stage. It serves as a way for those involved in the creation of dramatic or musical theater to ensure they receive the royalties owed to them for their creative contributions.
Who it's for
This scheme is intended for artists who are actively involved in the creation of works for dramatic or musical theater. This includes individuals whose creative input is central to the performance of a play or a staged musical production.
What you get
The primary benefit of registration is the ability to collect royalties for your stage works. These payments are intended to compensate you for the use of your compositions or dramatic creations when they are performed in a theatrical setting.
What it costs you
Becoming a member is not free. You will be required to pay a membership fee to join the organization and access its services. You should check the official portal for the current amount required to maintain your status.
The catch to know
The most important thing to understand is how your work is categorized. If your music is composed specifically to be part of a play, you need to be registered with SACD. Simply being registered with SACEM (which handles other types of musical rights) may not be enough to protect your specific rights for theater-based compositions.
How to apply
- Visit the official website to review the specific requirements for new members.
- Determine if your specific type of work falls under the theater category.
- Complete the formal application process through the official portal.
- Provide the necessary documentation to prove your involvement in your works.
- Submit your application via the official portal: https://www.sacd.fr