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The American performing arts labor union representing professional theatre actors & stage managers since 1913. #EquityWorks
The Entertainment Community Fund is hosting a webinar specifically designed for entertainment industry professionals about the small steps you can take to support your memory, focus and long-term cognitive wellness. Join the online session on Wednesday, November 19 at 3 p.m https://bit.ly/4nWQCLx
November 16, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Update from NYC Equity office: The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program Office has moved down the hall to the space where Equity's membership department used to be.

Read up on the latest union updates in Equity Weekly - https://bit.ly/3K3mUXi
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November 15, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Consider using union-made products this Thanksgiving. The AFL-CIO's holiday gift guide is a great tool for filling your table with food made in the USA and carrying a union label. https://aflcio.org/union-thanksgiving
November 14, 2025 at 10:51 PM
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
November 13, 2025 at 2:51 PM
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As of this morning, Starbucks workers across the country are officially ON STRIKE. And we're prepared for this to become the biggest and longest ULP strike in Starbucks history.

Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX
November 13, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Artists deserve a place to call home. This morning at NY City Hall, Equity expressed our support of affordable housing for artists. “Actors and stage managers need access to affordable places to live. To keep working actors in New York, we need smart public policy, like affordable artist housing.”
November 12, 2025 at 9:43 PM
A Chorus Year continues 🎉

Equity celebrates the chorus workers who helped define Broadway’s rhythm—onstage and off. In the 1960s, their advocacy helped shape the rehearsal and performance standards we know today.
November 12, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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.
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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...
November 9, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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
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
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
Every one of our endorsed candidates won last night! Join us in sending a congratulations to all.
November 5, 2025 at 3:25 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 October 2025 on the member portal. https://bit.ly/4onZlrd
November 5, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Equity congratulates @mikiesherrill.bsky.social on being elected Governor of New Jersey!
November 5, 2025 at 2:59 AM
Equity congratulates zohrankmamdani.bsky.social on being elected Mayor of New York City!
November 5, 2025 at 2:56 AM
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.
November 4, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Sending our thanks to Rep. Dan Goldman for standing with us during our recent Production Contract negotiations.
November 3, 2025 at 10:35 PM
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
November 3, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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...
November 1, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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-...
November 1, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Wishing all of our members who spend their days and nights around makeup, costumes and wigs a safe and happy Halloween!
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...
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