I am half of a very small theater group doing musical puppet theater. Our budget is miniscule. About $5000 a year. We are very interested in making an opera based on an American film from the 60's. Must we try to buy the rights to this film and if so how does one go about investigating this?

I have a similar question. I am a part of a non profit group wanting to show documentary films on a small budget. How do I end up making sure I am paying the necessary royalties? Can non profits be exempt from them? Thanks for your time. I hope to hear from you.

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