Inclusion Rider Resources
Explore our contracts, guides, video webinars, town halls and podcast episodes on inclusion and be sure you are properly prepared before you embark upon negotiations with a theatre company.
BA Help Desk
Our member service portal answers your questions more quickly and efficiently. Submit a query or request a contract review via our new ticketing system.
Workplace Safety
Due to a 2018 bylaws revision, the Guild established a hotline and an online incident form for reporting abuse or harassment in the workplace.
Live Stream 101
Stay up to date on industry changes, Guild statements on new media and new contracts for live streaming your work.
Contract Review
The staff lawyers in Business Affairs can review unsigned contracts and advise on a wide range of matters including options, commissions, royalties, and more.
Bill of Rights
It is essential that writers know their rights which the Dramatists Guild has defended for nearly 100 years.
BA Webinars
Gain a deeper understanding of your industry. Watch our new video series hosted by members of The Guild's Department of Business Affairs.
Model Contracts
Most of our contracts are available to download as PDF files. Only current members of the Guild may view, download, or request sample contracts.
Devised Theatre
Four contract models and an innovative Devised Theater Resource Manual designed specifically for devised theater.
Anti-Piracy
Under the Copyright Act, authors have the right to keep their work confidential during the various stages of completion.
Best Practices
Guidelines drafted by the lawyers of Business Affairs to address such subjects as submissions to contests and festivals and agreements with directors.
Copyright 101
Grow your understanding of what copyright is and how it works for dramatists.
Where is Our Union?
When a group of playwrights gathered to form the Guild they held one ideal paramount: copyright.
International Programs
Our Good Neighbour program allows theater writers to enjoy certain benefits of the respective organizations while working or visiting the UK.
The Dramatist Issue Archive
View past issues of the only national publication devoted to the business and craft of writing for theatre.
Resource Directory
Access our resources database, providing members a full directory of theatres, agents, festivals, contests, workshops, retreats, and other opportunities.
Resource Calendars
Our various calendars lists upcoming submission deadlines, Guild events, craft sessions and community events that occur nationally and internationally.