The Actors’ Equity Association, which represents more than 50,000 professional actors and stage managers working in live theater, has reached a tentative agreement with The Broadway League for a new production contract, the union said Saturday.
Specifics about the tentative deal weren’t immediately available on Saturday, but health care had been a sticking point in the negotiations. In a statement on Saturday, union leaders said the parties held a marathon negotiation session lasting until 6 a.m.
“This three-year agreement saves the Equity-League Health Fund while also making strides in our other priorities including scheduling and physical therapy access,” said Al Vincent Jr., the association’s executive director and lead negotiator. He added that the deal will now be brought to union m