Broadway seems to have resolved the first act of its labor troubles on Sunday.
Actors' Equity Association, the union representing more than 51,000 professional actors and stage managers working in live theater, and the Broadway League have reached a “tentative agreement."
AEA Executive Director Al Vincent, Jr., lead negotiator with the Broadway League, said “marathon negotiations” that lasted until 6 a.m. on Oct. 19 led to a “tentative agreement” nearly a month after the contract expired. The agreement came after a stalemate over healthcare, some other sticking points, and an expired contract set the stage for a possible Broadway strike.
“This three-year agreement saves the Equity-League Health Fund while also making strides in our other priorities, including scheduling and physical the