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Actors' Equity Association
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The American performing arts labor union representing professional theatre actors & stage managers since 1913. #EquityWorks
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In observance of Veterans Day, Equity's staff will be unavailable today.

We honor the work and the sacrifices of veterans and seek to support our veteran members of the union. Make sure to Self-ID in the Member Portal so that we can best represent you.
https://bit.ly/49N37Wt
An American flag waves on a flagpole against a blue sky with a single cloud and a mountain covered in trees in the background. White text reads, “Honoring all who served. Veterans Day.” The Actors’ Equity Association logo appears at the bottom.
November 11, 2025 at 2:16 PM
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#ICYMI: If Starbucks won’t move on a fair contract and quit its union busting campaign, baristas are ready to strike on Thursday, November 13, right on the company's busiest sales day of the year.

Read: nycclc.org/news/barista...
Baristas Authorize Unfair Labor Practice Strike
November 9, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Starbucks knows where workers stand. 92% of baristas just said that they are ready to strike.
We stand with these unionized baristas! Don’t shop at Starbucks if they strike.
November 8, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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The WNBA’s players give everything to the game. It’s time they’re treated fairly.
Stand with them and urge league leaders to negotiate in good faith. Add your name today.
https://actionnetwork.org/letters/wnba-players-deserve-a-higher-salary-and-better-working-conditions/
WNBA Players Deserve a Higher Salary and Better Working Conditions
Last October, WNBA players opted out of their 2020 collective bargaining agreement to demand higher salaries, a more mature revenue share system, better working conditions and improved player benefits...
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November 7, 2025 at 7:19 PM
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With Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits currently cut off, alternative resources are available. A compilation of mutual aid resources, from caregiving to food assistance, can be found on the member portal. https://members.actorsequity.org/on-the-job/mutual-aid-resources
November 7, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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We are the union actors, dancers, singers, musicians, stage managers, and behind-the-scenes workers who earn a living at the Kennedy Center. We are proud members of @actorsequity.bsky.social, @afm-union.bsky.social, @weareagma.bsky.social, and @iatse.bsky.social.
November 5, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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Every one of our endorsed candidates won last night! Join us in sending a congratulations to all.
Graphic with a blue star-patterned background titled “Equity Endorsements – New York and New Jersey.” Six photos of elected officials are shown with circular blue and gold “ELECTED” badges over each image. From left to right, top row: Zohra Mamdani, Mayor of New York City; Mark Levine, Comptroller of New York City; Jumaane Williams, Public Advocate of New York City. Bottom row: Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Borough President of Manhattan; Antonio Reynoso, Borough President of Brooklyn; Mikie Sherrill, Governor of New Jersey.
November 5, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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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 October 2025 on the member portal. https://bit.ly/4onZlrd
Poster with text announcing the posting of membership losses in October 2025 in the members' portal, featuring a blue street lamp and the Actors' Equity Association logo.
November 5, 2025 at 2:29 PM
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Equity congratulates @mikiesherrill.bsky.social on being elected Governor of New Jersey!
Graphic with a blue star-patterned background and gold trim reading “Equity Endorsement.” A portrait of Mikie Sherrill appears in front of a colorful mural. Text reads: “Mikie Sherrill for Governor of New Jersey.” A circular blue and gold badge says “ELECTED.” The Actors’ Equity Association logo appears at the bottom.
November 5, 2025 at 2:59 AM
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Equity congratulates zohrankmamdani.bsky.social on being elected Mayor of New York City!
Graphic with a blue star-patterned background and gold trim reading “Equity Endorsement.” A portrait of Zohran Mamdani appears in front of a colorful mural. Text reads: “Zohran Mamdani for Mayor of New York City.” A circular blue and gold badge says “ELECTED.” The Actors’ Equity Association logo appears at the bottom.
November 5, 2025 at 2:56 AM
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Congratulations to our union siblings at local802.bsky.social on their newly ratified contract with The Broadway League! Together, our unity made Broadway stronger and healthier for the workers who make it come to life.
A neon-style graphic with a border of glowing yellow marquee lights. At the top is a purple neon confetti icon above the words “CONGRATULATIONS” in bright red neon text. Below, “Local 802 AFM” appears in large blue neon letters, followed by “on a ratified contract with The Broadway League!” in white text. At the bottom is the Actors’ Equity Association logo in blue.
November 4, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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Sending our thanks to Rep. Dan Goldman for standing with us during our recent Production Contract negotiations.
“Actors’ Equity members had no stronger ally in the New York Congressional Delegation during our recent negotiations with the Broadway League than Dan Goldman. He publicly stood with us during our contract fight because he understands that you can’t have Broadway without the workers. As a member of the Labor Caucus, he has always put workers first. We’re proud to count Dan Goldman as a champion of arts workers.” – Al Vincent, Jr., Executive Director.
November 3, 2025 at 10:35 PM
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Happy Native American Heritage Month! We’re celebrating the indigenous communities whose contributions to our cultural and artistic landscapes cannot be overstated. Check out the Smithsonian website for resources and digital exhibits! https://www.si.edu/events/native-american-heritage-month
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November 3, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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Casa Bonita performers will return to work tomorrow, November 2. “We have an official agreement to engage in mediation, which presents a real opportunity for productive movement toward a contract.” Read more: www.actorsequity.org/news/PR/2025...
A stylized pink image of the Casa Bonita tower with the following text superimposed in white letters: Casa Bonita performers will return to work. Casa Bonita United / Actors' Equity Association
November 1, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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The performers at Casa Bonita are on day three of their strike. Have you added your name to the letter of support yet?

actionnetwork.org/petitions/i-...
Stand with Casa Bonita performers! Sign our petition now.
November 1, 2025 at 1:31 PM
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Wishing all of our members who spend their days and nights around makeup, costumes and wigs a safe and happy Halloween!
A promotional graphic featuring a cartoon Owl (Ernie, Equity's member education mascot) wearing a mask and outfit similar to the Phantom of the Opera. He is positioned on a set surrounded by candles. Text at the bottom reads "Happy Halloween from Actors' Equity"
October 31, 2025 at 8:05 PM
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#CornellILR is proud to share that the National Conflict Resolution Service (NCRS) has played an important role in helping keep Broadway’s lights on, through a new collective bargaining agreement between @actorsequity.bsky.social and The Broadway League.

Read more: actorsequity.org/news/PR/2025...
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October 31, 2025 at 7:04 PM
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Casa Bonita performers are on strike after management failed to provide fair proposals in contract negotiations & address their outstanding ULP charge. We stand in solidarity w/Casa Bonita performers who are @actorsequity.bsky.social members! Sign the petition: actionnetwork.org/petitions/i-...
October 30, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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Equity membership has ratified the new contract Production Contract!

Read the full press release here - https://actorsequity.org/news/PR/2025/10/30/casa-bonita-performers-on-strike
Neon-style signage with the words 'CONTRACT RATIFIED!' at the top, followed by an emblem featuring a party popper encircled by purple lights, and the logo 'Equity United on Broadway' at the bottom, all against a black background.
October 30, 2025 at 10:02 PM
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Reminder for New Jersey members - early voting is open until November 2. We hope you consider National Council's endorsed candidate, @mikiesherrill.bsky.social, at the polls!
Promotional image featuring Mikie Sherrill in a navy flight jacket with a badge, smiling in front of an industrial backdrop. The top reads 'Equity Endorsement' with stars, and the bottom states 'Mikie Sherrill for Governor New Jersey,' endorsed by Actors' Equity Association.
October 29, 2025 at 7:53 PM
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Reminder for NYC members - early voting is open until November 2. We hope you consider National Council's endorsed candidates at the polls!
Poster featuring Equity Endorsements for New York political positions. Top row, from left to right: Zohran Mamdani for Mayor, Mark Levine for Comptroller, Jumaane Williams for Public Advocate. Bottom row, from left to right: Brad Hoylman-Sigal for Borough President of Manhattan, Antonio Reynoso for Borough President of Brooklyn. The logo of Actors Equity Association is displayed at the bottom center.
October 29, 2025 at 7:34 PM
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Equity publishes member-written letters reflecting on the lives of their fellow members who have passed away. Fill out the member commemoration form in the member portal to share your letters of remembrance. https://members.actorsequity.org/member-commemoration
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October 29, 2025 at 1:56 PM
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Beginning November 6, Manhattan Plaza, located at 400 West 43rd Street, New York, NY 10036, will open its waiting list for qualified performing artists.

Find more information and apply at https://housingconnect.nyc.gov/PublicWeb/
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October 28, 2025 at 10:50 PM
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Health insurance costs will more than DOUBLE.
42 MILLION people are about to go hungry without SNAP food assistance.
Federal workers are locked out of their jobs.

Enough is enough. Fund the government. Fix the health care crisis. Put working people first. https://bit.ly/4ovmkjK
October 27, 2025 at 10:13 PM
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Sierra Repertory Theatre has joined the growing list of employers standing strong with union actors and stage managers! See how the movement is growing - visit the portal.
https://members.actorsequity.org/newsandevents/news/news-detail/2025/08/28/the-organizing-voice-summer-2025
Graphic with a blue background and a large yellow arrow pointing right that reads “Equity Works.” Inside a blue circle at the tip of the arrow is the Sierra Rep logo in red and white. Text reads: “Sierra Repertory Theatre in Sonora, California agreed to an SPT-6 Agreement for its eight-show season with two additional actor contracts, totaling 27 Equity actor contracts, seven Equity stage manager contracts and four Equity assistant stage manager contracts for a total of 184 work weeks.” At the bottom is the Actors’ Equity Association logo and the hashtag #EquityWorks.
October 24, 2025 at 1:34 PM