ACTORS SUPPORT STAGEHANDS

They Deserve To Be Treated With Dignity and Respect
They Deserve A Fair Contract

To Our Audience Members:

Theatre is our passion, our love, and our livelihood. We want to perform for you.

Theatre is a collaboration involving many artists and professionals who work diligently behind the scenes. Stagehands are a vital part of this collaboration. Together, eight shows per week, we bring you the Best of Broadway in New York and on the Road.

In a highly technical and dangerous work environment, stagehands make it safe for us to work. Their craft and expertise may not be apparent from the audience, but it is absolutely integral to the running of the show.

Since July 31, the Stagehands have bargained in good faith. The Producers have stonewalled the Stagehands and forced them to work without a contract under imposed work rules. Throughout this process, the Stagehands have never wavered in their focus or commitment to do their jobs safely and professionally and serve the loyal theatre audience.

The Stagehands offered compromised and counter-proposals, but the Producers repeatedly said “it’s not enough.” That’s called bullying, not bargaining.

We applaud the Stagehands for their dedication and professionalism. They have children, families and loved ones to support, and deserve a fair contract.

Tell League of American Theatres and Producers to negotiate a FAIR CONTRACT so the shows can
go on: 212-764-1122