Equity publishes member-written letters reflecting on the lives of their fellow members who have passed away. Fill out the member commemoration form in the member portal to share your letters of remembrance. https://members.actorsequity.org/member-commemoration

Today we shine a spotlight on Theatre Raleigh in North Carolina for stepping up their support for Equity members! Explore more #EquityWorks tales in The Organizing Voice. Check out the member portal for details. https://bit.ly/4uunGPd

The 2026 ACCA Award Nominees have been announced! This year's nominees are: - Cats: The Jellicle Ball - Chess - RAGTIME - Schmigadoon! The winner will be announced in early June, and the award will be presented at the 2026 Actors' Equity Foundation Award ceremony on June 22, 2026.

Equity endorses @ossoff.bsky.social's campaign for United States Senate. Read our full statement - https://bit.ly/4dE4x67

Today marks the conclusion of the 2026 Officer and Councilor Election. As such, we will be reopening comments on our digital spaces for member engagement. Thank you for your patience and for helping us maintain a fair and compliant environment during the election season.

The results for the 2026 National Officer and Councilor Election have been posted - https://actorsequity.org/news/PR/2026/05/21/actors-equity-association-announces-results-of-2026-officer-and-councilor-election

In observance of Memorial Day, Equity's staff will be available for a half-day on Friday, May 22 and unavailable on Monday, May 25. Regular hours resume on Tuesday, May 26. Be sure to contact Equity staff before the holiday - https://actorsequity.org/aboutequity/Contact/

Happy AAPI Heritage Month! Last year, the Asian American Performers Action Coalition published The AAPAC Theater Practices Toolkit: Creating an inclusive environment for AAPI/Asian artists. It offers useful statistical information & action items for creating inclusive theatre. https://bit.ly/3PdoZTj

Happy Jewish American Heritage Month! From 18th Century garment workers to the unions of today, Jewish American workers have played an integral role in shaping the history of the American Labor Movement. Learn more about their impact at the link: https://bit.ly/4wBbPA5

Four times a year, we gather online to remember those we've lost. Our Memorial Gatherings are held on Zoom and open both to Equity Members and our friends. Join us May 18 to read names, share stories and hold space for the people we miss. https://bit.ly/4d89T9h

In March, Embracing Equity hosted a human and civil rights panel with organizations from our office cities. You can watch a recording of the discussion, access the transcript and read the Q&A's from the session on the member portal. https://bit.ly/4wsKikk

Equity members with caregiving responsibilities can now request reimbursement for hiring caregiving services that allow them to volunteer for union business. Visit the member portal to learn more. https://members.actorsequity.org/get-involved/union-governance/caregiver

The Off-Broadway production of CYRANO has been postponed, and tomorrow's EPAs, Tuesday, May 12, are canceled. No new dates are currently set. Members who have signed up for tomorrow's CYRANO EPAs will receive an email with additional information.

Agent Access Auditions for tonight, May 11, have been canceled due to a medical emergency. The agency originally scheduled to participate tonight will attend a future session later this year. Members who have signed up for tonight's AAAs will receive an email with additional information.

Today is about appreciating the care, sacrifices and support mothers provide their families every day. We thank you and we’ll keep fighting for all working mothers so they have paid leave, equitable care and good union jobs. Happy Mother’s Day from America’s unions! ❤️

As we first announced in 2023, today marks the official end of the Equity Membership Candidate program. As of today, EMCs will no longer be recognized for priority audition access and will be seen on the same basis as other non-Equity actors.

Reproductive Resources available in the member portal. Find resources covering topics such as pregnancy laws and disability accommodations, reproductive loss, abortion care, as well as general resources for pregnant members, parents and guardians. https://bit.ly/4duaXpn

Four times a year, we gather online to remember those we've lost. Our Memorial Gatherings are held on Zoom and open both to Equity Members and our friends. Join us May 18 to read names, share stories and hold space for the people we miss. https://bit.ly/4d89T9h

Today is your final chance to enter the 40 Days to 40 Years of Union Plus Sweepstakes! Equity member Brooke Ishibashi won the grand prize in 2024 - this year's winner could be you 🎉 https://www.unionplus.org/40/years?utm_source=solo&utm_medium=email=&utm_campaign=40Years_05_04_26

🚨 BREAKING: IATSE is condemning management of the Kennedy Center, alleging the Center is violating its union contract and laying off workers without meeting its legal obligation to bargain.

Each month, Equity shares the names of recently deceased members in order to honor their passing and pay our respects. You may read about the losses in our community reported to Equity for April 2026 on the member portal. https://bit.ly/3RkYgoc

In response to news that Kennedy Center management is terminating IATSE members in violation of their union contract, Kennedy Center Arts Workers United unions released the following statement and stand in solidarity with terminated IATSE members. kennedycenterunions.org/statements-n...

As we await more information about the situation at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre, we are grateful to the FDNY for their quick and expert response to this morning’s fire. https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/eugene-oneill-theatre-fire/

Equity has partnered with Audience Services to provide members with access to complimentary tickets. Visit the member ticket portal today to find offers for NY, LA, and Chicago! https://members.actorsequity.org/benefits

May is Jewish American Heritage Month! Join us in celebrating and honoring the major historical contributions and ongoing advocacy of Jewish Americans at the intersection of the Labor Movement and theatre arts.

Happy Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month! It’s a time to shine the spotlight on the essential work and continuous contributions of AAPI communities in the Labor Movement and the Arts.

Happy May Day to Equity members and workers everywhere. Today we honor the history of the labor movement and recommit to the fight for a fairer future in the arts.

If you haven't yet received your paper ballot for the 2026 Officer and Councilor Election, please note: ** The deadline to request a replacement ballot is May 7 at 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT / 6 p.m. MT / 5 p.m. PT. ** Learn more about the election on the portal - https://bit.ly/4cJRscl

Be vigilant! Scammers are targeting actors with false claims of audition offers that come with hefty fees. You should never be asked to pay for an Equity audition, whether or not you are an Equity member.

Equity publishes member-written letters reflecting on the lives of their fellow members who have passed away. Fill out the member commemoration form in the member portal to share your letters of remembrance. https://members.actorsequity.org/member-commemoration

On Workers Memorial Day, America’s unions mourn the workers who have lost their lives or been injured or made ill on the job. Every worker should be able to go home after their shift safe and healthy, and we’ll keep fighting like hell to make that a reality for every worker.

American Agitators traces the lineage of organizing from the legendary Fred Ross Sr. to the movements of 2026. Catch it in NYC before the national rollout. Tickets are on sale now - https://quadcinema.com/film/american-agitators/

The location for The Warriors singers' ECCs has been changed. Today's audition will be held at 520 Ripley-Grier Studios (not the 305 location as originally listed).

The final Legacy Robe recipient of the season: DeLaney Westfall! Yesterday was the opening of The Lost Boys, and with it the final Legacy Robe ceremony of the season. This season marks the 75th anniversary of this historic tradition. Check out our profile for interviews with past recipients 🎭

April 12, 2026 - Legacy Robe recipient Polanco Jones, Jr. at the Broadway opening for TITANIQUE! This season marks the 75th anniversary of this historic tradition. Check out our profile for interviews with past recipients 🎭

Last month, Equity held the latest iteration of this 90-minute Zoom event. This presentation covers Equity history, the labor movement, our union's structure and governance and more. Watch it on the member portal. https://bit.ly/48kXjSG

"Back-to-back openings means back-to-back Legacy Robe ceremonies! On Wednesday, the company of Beaches celebrated Stephanie Martignetti, and on Thursday, the robe was passed to Larkin Reilly of The Rocky Horror Show! Join us in celebrating the newest keepers of this incredible Broadway tradition. 🎉

Candidate information pages can now be found on the member portal. This year's election is being conducted solely via mail ballot with ballots being mailed today. https://members.actorsequity.org/get-involved/union-governance/elections/elections-2026/all-candidates

On Monday, Equity honored Afra Hines with the Legacy Robe at the Broadway opening of SCHMIGADOON! This season marks the 75th anniversary of this historic tradition. Check out our profile for interviews with past recipients 🎭

The Phoenix Theatre EPA scheduled to take place today at Ripley-Grier has been canceled due to illness. If you have an appointment, watch your email for more information.

Keep Equity's workplace harassment reporting info close at hand with our digital wallet card. Simply tap the image, save it and have it ready whenever you need it. Find out more at https://members.actorsequity.org/on-the-job/understanding-harassment

Update your contact information and email subscription preferences in the "My Profile" section of the member portal so Equity can keep you up to date on news, events, public policy and other communication. members.actorsequity.org/my-account/m...

If you missed the first session of Solidarity School, you can join a makeup class for Session 1, Welcome to Organizing, on April 28! Register on the member portal https://members.actorsequity.org/newsandevents/savethedate/event-detail/2026/04/28/default-calendar/make-up-session-welcome-to-organizing

ICYMI- The Basement is the first unionized escape room in America and has set an important example for other immersive performers. Their three main asks – safety, salary and scheduling – have been a rallying point for these workers since unionizing in 2023. Listen to their story: bit.ly/4sP5LSd

Transgender and Nonbinary Resources available in the member portal. Find legal, legislative and mental health resources curated for transgender and nonbinary members of the Actors' Equity Association and their allies. https://members.actorsequity.org/resources/transgender-nonbinary-resources

The list of eligible candidates for the 2026 National Officer and Councilor Election in ballot order has been posted to the member portal. https://members.actorsequity.org/get-involved/union-governance/elections/elections-2026/eligible-candidates

Join us for the rescheduled event, "Federal EEOC 101," the next installment of the Embracing Equity Series. We're welcoming back labor attorney Melissa Woods to talk through Title VII and the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. https://bit.ly/3O3dq0l

Sheryl Lee Ralph will receive the Paul Robeson Award later this year. She is an acclaimed actor and activist whose advocacy work includes founding The D.I.V.A. Foundation. Learn more at https://actorsequity.org/news/PR/2026/04/09/sheryl-lee-ralph-to-receive-2026-paul-robeson-award

Season of Concern has been the backbone of the Chicago theatre scene since 1987, helping artists navigate health battles and financial emergencies. Whether it’s passing the bucket or participating in the AIDS Run/Walk, this community knows how to show up for its own. Read more https://bit.ly/4bZ7PBh

National Arab American Heritage Month continues. NC State University houses a Digital Humanities Project on the history of Arab Americans and Labor that explores the vital role that Arab Americans play in the ongoing fight for labor justice. Check out the project: https://bit.ly/4shv2DD