FAQs

A performance license is a legal requirement that allows you to stage a play publicly, whether or not you charge admission. It ensures that the playwright is compensated for their work and that you have the right to perform the play for an audience. Even in non-commercial settings like schools, a performance license is still required for each performance (i.e. If your play has six performances, you must purchase six performance licenses). Purchasing the appropriate number of licenses ensures your production complies with copyright law and supports the creators of the work.

To purchase performance licenses, simply select the play you want from our catalog. During the checkout process, you’ll be prompted to enter the number of performances you’re planning. Each performance requires a separate license. Once you’ve entered the number, proceed with your order, and your license(s) will be issued along with your script download.

Absolutely! If you’re using a play solely for educational purposes—such as classroom study, workshops, or scene work—and there is no audience, a performance license is not required. When purchasing, the price is already set, so if you'd like it adjusted for personal use, just email us at info@gitelmangoodpublishers.com, and we’ll adjust the pricing for you.

Yes. Our performance license covers all non-professional productions, regardless of the setting. While our plays are written with high school performers and audiences in mind, you're welcome to stage the play in a community theater, college, summer camp, or any other non-professional venue. If you're unsure whether your production qualifies as non-professional, feel free to reach out—we're happy to help clarify.

Yes! We’re happy to accommodate tax-exempt purchases for schools, educators, and qualifying organizations.

If you're eligible for tax exemption, please email a copy of your state-issued tax exemption certificate to accounting@gitelmangoodpublishers.com before placing your order. Most schools have this document on file—it typically includes your school’s name, address, and exemption or tax ID number.

Once we receive your certificate, we’ll either refund the sales tax on your purchase or help you place a tax-exempt order. We’re required by law to keep this documentation on file in order to waive sales tax.

At Gitelman & Good Publishers, we are dedicated to providing high-quality dramatic work specifically for high school drama programs. We focus on curating a catalog of scripts that are not only challenging and engaging but also appropriate for young performers and audiences. Every play in our catalog can be previewed in full, ensuring that educators and directors can make informed choices easily. Our licensing process is designed to be simple and stress-free: no need to purchase individual scripts—just select your play, choose the number of performances, and download an instant PDF. Additionally, we provide extensive resources for educators, including author insights, free lesson plans, and classroom resources that enrich both the rehearsal process and classroom learning. Our mission is to remove any cost or logistical barriers so that educational drama programs can access meaningful, memorable theatrical experiences.

Yes! We offer full script previews for all the plays in our catalog. You can read the entire script before making a purchase decision, ensuring that it meets your needs.

You'll receive a digital download of your script and all other attendant materials immediately after completing your purchase. A download link will be sent to your email, and the file will be available in your account. If you experience any delays or issues, please contact us, and we’ll be happy to assist.

All of our scripts are provided as convenient digital PDFs, which can be instantly downloaded upon purchase. This allows you to print as many copies as needed for your classroom or production (within the terms of your license). Our digital format ensures quick access and easy distribution, saving you time and hassle!

In short, yes. But please familiarize yourself with licensing information when you check out.

All changes must be approved by the publisher before it is performed. Please contact us at info@gitelmangoodpublishers.com. If you want to shorten the play for festival use, we can definitely work with you.

Your program, as well as all promotional material for your production (except for t-shirts and buttons) must include the following information:

1. The full name of the play or musical.
2. The full name of the playwright(s), which must be at least half the size of the title.
3. The following statement: “Produced by special arrangement with Gitelman & Good Publishers, Chicago”.

At checkout, you’ll see two payment options: Pay with Credit Card and Pay with Purchase Order. You can choose whichever works best for you. If you're ordering on behalf of a school, library, or other organization, you're welcome to select Pay with Purchase Order and follow the prompts to complete your order without using a credit card. Contact accounting@gitelmangoodpublishers.com with any questions.

To use a purchase order, add the items you'd like to buy to your cart and proceed to checkout. When prompted for payment, select "Pay with Purchase Order." You’ll be asked to enter your purchase order number and any other required details. After submitting your order, you’ll receive a confirmation email. We’ll process your order once we verify the PO. Contact accounting@gitelmangoodpublishers.com with any questions.

If you need to add more performances or extend your existing license, simply contact us with the details of your production, and we will guide you through the renewal or extension process. We make it easy to ensure you have the correct number of licenses for your needs.

Yes, you may record your performance for archival, internal educational, or promotional purposes—as long as the video is not sold, streamed publicly, or broadcast. Posting short clips (under two minutes) on social media or your organization’s website is permitted, provided they are used for promotional or educational purposes and proper credit is given. If you plan to stream or share the full performance online (even for free), you must request and receive additional streaming rights. Please contact us at info@gitelmangoodpublishers.com, and we’ll be happy to walk you through the options.

All sales are final.

Please email accounting@gitelmangoodpublishers.com for this information.

Please email accounting@gitelmangoodpublishers.com to request a W9 form.

Please email accounting@gitelmangoodpublishers.com to request a Sole Source Provider Letter.

Yes—and that’s important to us. We’ve designed a licensing model that’s fair to both writers and customers. Writers receive generous royalties from every license, and we never charge them fees to publish with us. Our flat $150 script fee keeps things simple and transparent for you, while ensuring that playwrights are paid fairly for their work. When you license a play through us, you’re directly supporting the artist who created it.