Common use of Creative Control Clause in Contracts

Creative Control. The ARTIST shall have exclusive control over all creative elements of the engagement including, but not limited to, the following: audio, lighting, curtains, staging, set pieces, quantity and type of musicians, repertoire, length of performance*, supporting/opening acts, presenters and speakers (including master of ceremonies and welcoming speakers) and their length of performance, and any ancillary music, film or videotape played to patrons at any time. All pre- and post-show activities must be approved, in advance, by the ARTIST. * Theaters & Performing Arts Centers: One (1) seventy-five (75) to ninety (90) minute set with NO INTERMISSION * Clubs: One (1) sixty (60) minute set with NO INTERMISSION