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The American performing arts labor union representing professional theatre actors & stage managers since 1913. #EquityWorks
Tomorrow is Equity Stage Manager Day! Enjoy today's fact drop and be sure to follow #equitystagemanagerday to hear from SMs from around the country.
February 15, 2026 at 11:42 PM
Join us Monday, February 23rd for “Federal EEOC 101,” the next installment of the Embracing Equity Series.

RSVP in the member portal -
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February 14, 2026 at 3:42 PM
Sending all a very Happy Valentine's Day ❤️

Artwork from the archives of Equity News, February 1924. Art by A.J. Knorr.
February 14, 2026 at 2:46 PM
Equity Stage Manager Day is on February 16! Let's take a look at some more facts about stage managers' work.
February 14, 2026 at 12:42 AM
ICYMI – It's Black History Month! Keep an eye out for updates about upcoming Embracing Equity events, because the first half of 2026 is being dedicated to exploring labor law and Civil Rights to equip you with resources and tools to advocate for yourself in the workplace.
February 13, 2026 at 10:27 PM
In observance of Presidents Day, Equity's staff will be unavailable on Monday, February 16.
Regular hours resume on Tuesday, February 17.
Be sure to contact Equity staff before the holiday.
February 12, 2026 at 8:47 PM
Equity Stage Manager Day is in four days! Let's start the countdown with fact drop no. 1.
February 12, 2026 at 3:54 PM
Immigration resources are available in the member portal.
Equity members can now access a comprehensive guide on immigration rights, including a printable rights card and bystander intervention tips.

Log in for more - https://members.actorsequity.org/resources/know-your-immigration-rights
February 10, 2026 at 10:25 PM
This Black History Month, we celebrate the partnership between the ongoing Labor and Civil Rights Movements, while acknowledging the ways that each movement has struggled with inclusion throughout their complicated and intertwined histories.

Learn more - https://bit.ly/4a9P2SU
Organized labor's complicated history with civil rights - Harvard Law School
Harvard Law Professor Kenneth Mack says that early unions often excluded Black workers, but that today's labor and social justice movements often ‘dovetail'.
hls.harvard.edu
February 10, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Important notice for Upcoming Member Portal Service Disruption -
Equity's databases will be offline from Thursday evening, February 12, through Tuesday morning, February 17. This means that certain member portal functions will be unavailable during this time.
https://bit.ly/3NY5dKz
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February 9, 2026 at 11:14 PM
Today we shine a spotlight on Evolution Theatre Company for stepping up their support for Equity actors and stage managers! Explore more #EquityWorks tales in The Organizing Voice. Check out the member portal for details.
https://bit.ly/4pMkawI
February 9, 2026 at 6:09 PM
Since 2024, Michael X. Martin has been providing cartoons for Equity News, poking fun at working in the industry. And he knows about working in the industry – an Equity member since 1978, he has appeared in nearly 20 Broadway productions. Find the conversation in the portal -
https://bit.ly/4ks3WYm
February 8, 2026 at 5:11 PM
Each month, Equity shares the names of recently deceased members in order to honor their passing and pay our respects. You may read about the losses in our community reported to Equity for January 2026 on the member portal.
https://bit.ly/4tnfkIM
February 7, 2026 at 3:28 PM
Important reminder for upcoming member portal service disruption -

If you rely on a digital membership card, please take a screenshot of your card prior to February 12 when that service will be offline.
February 6, 2026 at 7:18 PM
Long overdue – the first time a major party’s Gubernatorial ticket is women-led in New York! https://www.politico.com/news/2026/02/04/new-yorks-kathy-hochul-forms-first-all-women-ticket-selecting-adrienne-adams-as-her-running-mate-00764469
New York’s Kathy Hochul forms first women-led ticket, selecting Adrienne Adams as her running mate
The Democratic governor has struggled to find a lieutenant governor who has not caused political headaches during her time in office.
www.politico.com
February 4, 2026 at 8:50 PM
Reposted by Actors' Equity Association
In response to President Donald Trump’s public announcement of a planned two-year shutdown of the Kennedy Center, Kennedy Center Arts Workers United issued the following joint statement: kennedycenterunions.org/statements-n...
February 3, 2026 at 2:35 AM
Equity mourns Woodie King Jr., who received both the LeNoire & Robeson Awards, which honored his commitment to theatre as an avenue for justice. He was a tireless advocate for our industry who left our community better than he found it.
https://deadline.com/2026/01/woodie-king-jr-dies-88-1236704669/
Woodie King Jr. Dies: ‘The Renaissance Man of Black Theater’ Who Advocated For Onstage Representation Was 88
Woodie King Jr., the theater actor, director and producer, who advocated for Black onstage representation, has died. He was 88.
deadline.com
February 2, 2026 at 5:50 PM
Happy Black History Month! Each February, we celebrate the artistic movements, diverse cultures and essential advocacy of Black Americans as we continue the fight for human and civil rights for all workers.
February 1, 2026 at 6:57 PM
Equity members gathered online on Monday, December 22 in appreciation of those who have passed away, share memories, swap stories and mourn together. Visit our YouTube channel to watch the recorded version - https://youtu.be/ZFEvL8l0sBk
In Memoriam – December 2025
YouTube video by Actors' Equity Association
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January 31, 2026 at 3:44 PM
The latest Theatre Spotlight brings us to Glencoe, Illinois, where Writers Theatre mounts ambitious productions in an intimate environment. Equity members spoke about why this Chicago Area Theatre company is a great place to work.
https://bit.ly/3ZFa3yC
January 30, 2026 at 10:07 PM
Equity is currently investigating email delivery issues for Gmail users. In some instances, members are receiving emails 1-2 days late (in other cases, not at all). The communications and IT departments will continue working w/ all technology partners to remedy the situation as quickly as possible.
January 30, 2026 at 6:31 PM
The Production Contract Committee is looking for new members! If you are currently working or have recently worked the Production Contract, apply here: https://members.actorsequity.org/get-involved/join-a-group
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January 29, 2026 at 11:27 PM
Join union members across NYC to mourn and celebrate the life of Alex Pretti and call for justice for all victims of ICE and Border Patrol.

📅 Thurs 1/29
⏰ 5PM
📍 VA NY Harbor Healthcare System, NYC
https://actionnetwork.org/events/vigil-for-alex-pretti?source=direct_link&
January 27, 2026 at 10:25 PM
Equity members with caregiving responsibilities can now request reimbursement for hiring caregiving services that allow them to volunteer for union business.

Visit the member portal to learn more. https://members.actorsequity.org/get-involved/union-governance/caregiver
January 26, 2026 at 3:01 PM
Due to the expected weather forecast, VITA is postponing the open house until Monday, February 2.

We ask that you would RSVP again, if you wish to attend the reschedule date. Visit the member portal for more - https://bit.ly/4sXEAFm
January 26, 2026 at 1:13 PM