Also means
performing rights
Usage Note
Aufführungsrecht is the legal right to publicly perform a musical or theatrical work, typically administered through collecting societies such as GEMA in Germany. Without clearing das Aufführungsrecht, a venue cannot legally stage or broadcast a protected work.
Examples
"Das Theater hat das Aufführungsrecht für das Stück erworben."
Natural Translation
The theatre has acquired the right to perform the play.
Literal Translation
The theatre has the performance-right for the piece acquired.
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