Actors equity association rule book

Agreement made between actors equity association hereafter called equity and the. Actors equity hires former osha administrator to develop. This series is comprised of constitutions and bylaws, 19141970s, and rule books for many different kinds of productions industrial shows, offbroadway, stock, etc. Mar 07, 2020 a free inside look at actors equity association salary trends based on 34 salaries wages for 19 jobs at actors equity association.

Actors equity association synonyms, actors equity association pronunciation, actors equity association translation, english dictionary definition of actors equity association. Guide to the actors equity association records wag. However, performers appearing on live stage productions without a book or throughstoryline vaudeville, cabarets, circuses may be. Many professional regional theatre companies across canada are signatories to this agreement. Actors equity joined the american federation of labor in 1919, and called a strike seeking recognition of the association as a labor union. Equity negotiates minimum wages and working conditions, administers contracts, and enforces the provisions of its various agreements with theatrical employers. It enters into collective bargaining agreements with theatrical producers that specify minimum wages and other terms and.

Maria somma, spokesperson for actors equity association, says although the aea contract has a provision about backstage smoking, and dressingroom assignments require consideration of smoking habits, the contract is silent about onstage smoking, leaving. Equity the uk trade union for creative practitioners. Maria somma, spokesperson for actors equity association, says although the aea contract has a provision about backstage smoking, and dressingroom assignments require consideration of smoking habits, the contract is silent about onstage smoking, leaving the issue to be resolved as an artistic decision. May 29, 2008 actors equity is the labor union representing professional actors and stage managers working in the theatre in the united states. The 20152018 cta took effect june 29, 2015, and remains in effect two successive. Oct 27, 2017 the 29hour reading is a concept created by actors equity association aea which allows commercial producers to engage aea talent for the sole purpose of presenting a reading of a work. Actors equity actors etiquette department handbook.

Actors equity is the labor union representing professional actors and stage managers working in the theatre in the united states. Codes, guidelines and internal membership rules equity codes sometimes called guidelines or rules are never negotiated with employers as contracts or agreements. Constitution, bylaws, rules, regulations and orders of the american. It appears your browser is in private browsing mode. Equity seeks to foster the art of live theatre as an essential component of society and advances the careers of its members by negotiating wages, improving working conditions and providing a wide range of benefits, including health and pension plans. There are currently about 40,000 active equity members. The actors equity association aea, commonly referred to as actors equity or simply equity. Out of town equity actors may request an audition if visiting seattle.

Revamping of new york aea online audition structure this is a multifaceted proposal that will be sent to actors equity association. Apr 24, 2020 the actors equity association represents more than 51,000 professional actors and stage managers. Dec 14, 2017 some of the definitions and procedures in the freely available chicago theatre standards echo the exhaustive actors equity association rule book which has no teeth for nonequity actors. Actors equity association agreement and rules governing employment under the equity league production contract effective date. Some of the definitions and procedures in the freely available chicago theatre standards echo the exhaustive actors equity association rule book which has no teeth for nonequity actors. He has submitted to more injustices probably than people of any other trade or profession. Business representative, actors equity association. The ideal candidate will provide key administrative and strategic support for the eastern office of actors equity association, the progressive, dynamic labor union representing the 48,000 actors and stage managers working in the professional theatre nationwide. You were chosen over many other actors for this role, so respect yourself and live up to everyones belief in you. Actors equity association, founded in 19, represents more than 51,000 professional actors and stage managers nationwide. League of american theatres and producers and actors equity.

Rule 1, actors obligation to equity rule 2, agents 1 this agreement is made between actors equity association hereafter called equity and the broadway league hereafter called league on behalf of its producer members hereafter referred to individually as producer. Learn more in the equity centennial book, performance of the century. The canadian theatre agreement cta is negotiated between equity and the professional association of canadian theatres pact. Learn about actors equity association, including insurance benefits, retirement benefits, and vacation policy. Adam schiff join hosts sagaftra president gabrielle carteris and iatse international president matt loeb for an engaging virtual town hall discussion with california congressman adam schiff, hollywoods representative in congress. Equity grants very limited exceptions to the rule that equity members may not work without a contract, and members who have questions about whether they may. The meeting will be livestreamonly, hosted by zoom video conferencing. In 1919, aea joined the american federation of labor for formal recognition as a labor union. The actors equity association aea, commonly referred to as actors equity or simply equity, is an american labor union representing the world of live theatrical performance, as opposed to film and television performance which is represented by sagaftra.

The actors equity association represents more than 51,000 professional actors and stage managers. Having my union behind me every step of the way is what makes it easier. The cornavirus epidemic is an unprecedented crisis but we will get through it by facing it together. Actors equity association employee benefits and perks. It has been my understanding along with that actor and the director that in a scheduled sixhour rehearsal day one of the breaks of the several 5 or 10 minute breaks that happen at 55 or 80 minutes as the director decides. Equity provides a number of contracts designed with specific types of theatre operations in mind. Salaries posted anonymously by actors equity association employees. The actors pressed for recognition of actors equity association.

The producer agrees to recognize actors equity association as the exclusive bargaining. Annual outoftown equity general auditions are scheduled either at act or at an out of town liaison theatre and are announced on the actors equity association web site. Actors equity association aea is a labor organization founded in 19. Actors equity association article about actors equity. Actors equity association legal definition of actors equity. For yourself that means value your contribution to the show by following the above guidelines and taking care of yourself when rehearsing and performing.

But one week before the conventions expanded second iteration, organizers have hit a snag. Aea represents more than 48,000 actors and stage managers in the u. Actors equity association definition of actors equity. However, performers appearing on live stage productions without a book or throughstoryline vaudeville, cabarets.

Actors equity association is the performing arts union representing more than 50,000 professional stage actors and stage managers in the. Feb 27, 2020 learn more in the equity centennial book, performance of the century. An exception to actors equity association wage standards that allows members to work for free in small productions. I swear that i saw this somewhere either here or in the equity rules and now i cant seem to unearth the quotable sections. Adding a 1919 actors equity association strike section. The respondent actors equity association equity is a union representing the vast majority of stage actors and actresses in the united states.

Hi wikipedians, i am in a technical and professional editing class and have been working on the 1919 actors equity association strike article as part of a project for the past few weeks. The 29hour reading is a concept created by actors equity association aea which allows commercial producers to engage aea talent for the sole purpose of presenting a reading of a work. A free inside look at actors equity association salary trends based on 34 salaries wages for 19 jobs at actors equity association. Equity is also used to describe the money value of property in excess of claims, liens, or mortgages on the property. As you learned in the last rule, sometimes keeping your mouth shut is a good thing. Actors equity has a number of different contracts with a number of different rules associated with them. As you may know, actors equity association is currently examining the effects working on a raked stage may. Guide to equity contracts the producers perspective. If it is not possible to move forward with the entire proposal, hopefully, pieces can be implemented until the entire proposal is fulfilled. With an active membership of over 49,000 stage actors and managers, if you work in theatre and havent already joined, you may want to consider signing up.

It enters into collective bargaining agreements with theatrical producers that specify minimum wages and other terms and conditions of employment for those whom it represents. Official channel for actors equity association founded may 26, 19, aea or equity is the performing arts labor union representing professional actors and s. You studied on one of the courses jointly recognised by equity and spotlight. Consecutive 2week performance schedule of 7 performances in.

Actors equity association financial definition of actors. September 29, 2019 national office 165 west 46th street new york, ny 10036 212 8698530 phone 212 7199815 fax hollywood office 5636 tujunga ave north hollywood, ca 91601. Contact casting director margaret layne, listed above. You studied on one of the courses jointly recognised. Benefits information above is provided anonymously by current and former actors equity association employees, and may include a summary provided by the employer. Codes, guidelines and internal membership rules actors. Founded in 19, equity is the labor union representing actors and stage managers in the legitimate theatre in the united states. Actors equity association production rulebook available from the sm mentor iusb theatre and dance student handbook production stage management for broadway by. Broadwaycon faces dispute with actors equity association. The theatre will use its best efforts to book the tour so that the actor will have as little travel as.

Aea agency regulations rule a and interim actors equity. For over a century, the actors equity association frequently referred to as simply equity has been one of the most prevalent labor unions in the entertainment industry. Rather, they are internal equity membership rules that outline the specific circumstances in which a member may work without the benefit of a contract. It is a violation of equitys membership rules for a member to accept employment that is within equitys jurisdiction, without being covered by the appropriate. Actors equity association has been looking out for our interests and safety at every turn and is always making sure we are being taken care of.

Apr 18, 2016 i swear that i saw this somewhere either here or in the equity rules and now i cant seem to unearth the quotable sections. Oct 07, 2014 for over a century, the actors equity association frequently referred to as simply equity has been one of the most prevalent labor unions in the entertainment industry. Sagaftra and iatse present a virtual town hall with u. On february 24, 2020, join and celebrate with fellow equity members, council and staff to honour some of equitys most outstanding individuals.

Agreement and rules governing employment in stock resident. Agreement and rules governing employment in stock resident dramatic actors equity association on. June 28, 2020 national office 165 west 46th street new york, ny 10036 212 8698530 phone 212 7199815 fax chicago office 557 west randolph st chicago, il 60661 312 6410393 phone. Some features of this site may not work properly for you.