Broadway Actors Reach Deal, but Musicians Still Threaten Strike

The Broadway League and Actors' Equity Association have reached a tentative agreement, but the Broadway musicians' union remains in negotiations. The tentative deal between the Broadway League and Actors' Equity Association includes provisions for actors' wages, benefits, and working conditions. Union members will now vote on whether to ratify the agreement. However, the Broadway musicians' union, the American Federation of Musicians Local 802, has not yet reached an agreement with the Broadway League. The musicians are threatening to strike if a deal is not reached, which could disrupt Broadway productions. The negotiations come as the theater industry continues to recover from the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Both sides are working to reach a resolution that balances the needs of the actors, musicians, and the Broadway League. The outcome of these negotiations will have significant implications for the future of Broadway and the livelihoods of the thousands of performers and crew members who work in the industry.