Broadway Averts Strike
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In an open letter to The Broadway League, shared Oct. 1, Local 802 AFM called for a guarantee of "fair wages that reflect Broadway's success," "stable health coverage," "no change to attendance requirement," "employment and income security," and preservation of "in-house contractors."
If Broadway musicians do go on strike on Thursday, Oct. 23, many musicals will be affected. AFM Local 802 shared a list on its website of the shows and the theaters.
Musicians reached a tentative agreement with the Broadway League, hours before a strike. The move followed a similar agreement made by actors and stage managers.
Negotiations continue as two of Broadway's biggest unions, Actors' Equity Association and Local 802 AFM (Broadway musicians) work toward new working contracts with the Broadway League.