Equity in the News

An Actors' Equity Association spokesperson said new contract negotiations have been cordial, but the two sides are still “far apart” on wages.

The Trump Administration has started canceling National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grants.

16 performers were honored with the iconic Legacy Robe this season.

PoliticsNY and amNY Metro are proud to present the annual Labor Power Players list. From union presidents and business managers to private industry executives and public officials, the 2025 Labor Power Players are dedicated to advocating for New York’s workforce and ensuring workers across industries receive the support and benefits they deserve.

The PRO Act includes several measures that fight back against union-busting tactics by employers and strengthens the National Labor Relations Act.

How the iconic male dancers at Chippendales won unionization—and then lost everything.

Actors’ Equity Association has reached a deal with the Broadway League on a new five-year Development Agreement, resolving an eight-month strike prohibiting Equity members’ participation in early stages of development work.

The new contract includes a cumulative pay increase of more than 8% for Equity members.

The union for actors & stage managers has been expanding its membership

This bill corrects an unintended consequence of prior tax reform efforts, which led to tax increases for many performing artists.