Performance rights refer to the legal permissions granted to artists, musicians, and other creators to publicly perform their works. This includes live performances, broadcasts, and streaming. These rights ensure that creators are compensated for their work when it is shared with an audience. Organizations like ASCAP and BMI help manage performance rights by collecting fees from venues and broadcasters. They then distribute these fees to the creators whose works are performed. This system supports artists and encourages the continued creation of new music and performances.