The Minnesota Grand Rights Tour License is a specialized permit that allows individuals or organizations to stage live dramatic and musical performances of copyrighted works in the state of Minnesota. This license specifically applies to the grand rights' category, which is associated with performances of dramatic and musical works of a substantial nature. The grand rights license is necessary when a performance includes copyrighted theatrical elements such as dialogue, plot, characters, or specific scenic elements, along with musical aspects like songs, lyrics, or musical compositions. It gives the licensee the legal permission to use these copyrighted elements in a live stage performance for public viewing. This license is primarily applicable to professional theater productions, academic theater programs, community theater groups, or any other entity involved in live stage performances. Obtaining the grand rights license ensures compliance with copyright laws and responsibilities towards the original creators or rights holders of the dramatic or musical work being performed. The Minnesota Grand Rights Tour License distinguishes itself as it specifically focuses on live stage performances within the state. This means that any organization or individual planning to stage a dramatic or musical production that goes on tour in multiple cities or locations within the state of Minnesota must acquire this license. There may be different types or variations of the Minnesota Grand Rights Tour License, depending on the specific requirements of the performance, the scope of the tour, or other factors. For instance, some variations may be tailored to accommodate large-scale productions, whereas others might be more suitable for smaller, community-based theater projects. Applying for the Minnesota Grand Rights Tour License involves contacting the appropriate licensing organization, providing complete details of the intended performance, including the name of the work to be performed, its author or composer, the exact dates and locations of the tour, and the number of expected performances. Keywords: Minnesota, Grand Rights Tour License, live stage performance, dramatic-musical work, copyrighted, theatrical elements, dialogue, plot, characters, scenic elements, songs, lyrics, musical compositions, professional theater productions, academic theater programs, community theater groups, compliance, copyright laws, original creators, rights holders, tour, cities, locations, variations, large-scale productions, community-based, licensing organization.