How #FairWageOnstage Made Change Off-Broadway
A grassroots movement pressed its union to negotiate historic increases—and proved that activism works.
All Stories About Actors’ Equity Association
What Has Equity Won in Los Angeles?
Some theatres are using the actors’ union’s new minimum-wage agreement, but there’s minimal agreement about its impact or its future.
Equity, Off-Broadway Theatres Announce New 5-Year Contract
The union and #FairWageOnstage activists praise a ‘historic’ though as yet unspecified pay increase.
This Month in Theatre History
From the first performances of Baltimore’s Vagabond Players, L.A.’s Teatro Principal, and NYC’s Roundabout to designer Tharon Musser’s Broadway debut, November was a memorable month for theatre.
Equity to L.A. 99-Seat Plaintiffs: The Deal’s Off
After months of negotiations, the actors’ union pulls the plug, giving small theatres until December to comply with new minimum wage rules. The case will now go to court.
Actors’ Equity National Council Election Results Are In
Councillors fill 14 seats in 3 regions, representing 3 member categories.
This Month in Theatre History
From the founding of the Colored Actors’ Union to the opening of the Coconut Grove Playhouse, January has many historical events to be proud of.
L.A. Equity Members File, but Don’t Serve, 99-Seat Plan Lawsuit
The next step in the battle over L.A.’s unique Equity “waiver” is intended to get the parties back to the table.
Kate Shindle Is Actors Equity’s New President, Along With Slate of New Officers
A New York actor who has stayed on top of L.A.’s 99-Seat controversy wins the top office.
Actor Dakin Matthews on Why L.A.’s 99-Seat Plan Doesn’t Deserve to Die
The seasoned bicoastal theatremaker agrees in principle with Equity’s goals, but not its expectations or its tactics.
