안무가를 위한 저작권 활성화 방안 연구

Abstract

Purpose: This study aims to identify the concept of choreography works subject to copyright law protection, examine the rights recognized by choreographers as authors, and then seek ways to revitalize copyrights for choreographers. Methods: Focusing on literature research, we sought to draw progressive conclusions through discussions on dance works and review of domestic and international cases. Result: The current copyright law does not provide independent protection provisions for dance works, and dance works are either included in the category of theatrical works or are protected in the areas of secondary works or editorial works. Choreographers possess copyright property rights and moral rights as authors, but in reality, there are not many cases in which courts have dealt with the copyright nature of choreography, so predictability in actual disputes is not guaranteed. Conclusion: As a way to revitalize the copyright of choreographers, it was proposed to revitalize the registration of dance works, expand the spread of standard contracts, establish a dance copyright association, and expand the base of dance copyright. We hope that this study will contribute to the copyright protection of all dancers as well as choreographers.