Thinking of setting up an arts, dramatic arts or music business (opera/theatre producer, theatre/concert hall, orchestra, dance band, supporting arts services, etc.)?
Use this regulatory
checklist as a guide.
Use this regulatory
flowchart as your guide.
Laws & Regulations For Arts, Dramatic Arts & Music BusinessesArts, dramatic arts and music businesses must comply with laws and regulations to operate or carry out certain business activities in Singapore.
- You must ensure that your business premises have been approved for arts and music activities.
- You must ensure that your business holds valid licences/permits to run free/paid arts or entertainment events (e.g. plays, music and dance performances, art exhibitions, pop concerts, poetry reading, story-telling, treasure hunt etc).
Other Laws & Regulations
- You must comply with laws and regulations related to activities such as playing copyrighted music, playing music videos, screening films, and providing or organising arts/filming activities and performances in public parks.
