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Just as we learn to cite our sources on term papers, it is our legal and moral obligation to give credit where credit due in the world of performance; moreover, it is a delight to recognize the collaborative spirit of our art. The resources on this page represent only a small sliver of the complexities of copyright law that pertain to live performance. Standards vary widely for published texts versus recorded audio versus live video (the list goes on), and it all gets even more complicated when those components start to intersect. When in doubt, ask the original artist (or their rights-holder) for permission or advice on how to proceed in a tricky or unclear situation.
We have created an audio use and citation guide (pdf, Grinnell College login required). This is an introductory guide, and not necessarily a comprehensive account of all things you should consider when using recorded music or audio. If you have more questions about incorporating audio, get in touch with technical director Erik Sanning [sanning] or assistant technical director Kate Baumgartner [baumgar3].
Some visual media are available for use through Creative Commons, though attribution as CC0 is still sometimes required. If you want to incorporate someone else’s visual media into your project, it is often best to contact the artist (or the gallery/venue organization) directly. Many artists are happy to have their work used for a modest fee and attribution.