Equity in the News

Westphal, a former Equity councilor and staff member, passed away in February 2022.

Broadway castmembers requested this action after reports of owed payments and benefits, including as recently as Thursday.

The move comes on the heels of a week filled with turmoil for the theater, including the decision by the company’s board of directors, led by chairman Charles E. Harris, to place artistic director Ken-Matt Martin on leave.

"We will lend our voice to the important work already underway to protect abortion access"

In a letter to members of Actors’ Equity Association, obtained by Deadline, the union says that the Broadway League’s decision to adopt a “mask optional” policy for audience members beginning in July was “made unilaterally, without input” from the union.

Equity’s public policy priorities include defending and protecting the right to collectively bargain, a prevailing wage in the arts, racial justice and more.

“Senator Schumer has been a critical ally during the pandemic," AEA shared.

The move marks Equity's first endorsement for a candidate for governor of New York.

Actors’ Equity Association pulled back the curtain on its 2022 officer and councilor election results tonight.

"We need the government to recognize that healthcare is a human right. We once again urge Congress to take this matter seriously."