Members of the Casa Bonita United union met up at the iconic restaurant last Friday to eat lunch and chat with their fellow entertainment workers before delivering a letter to management. Only they didn’t deliver the letter: Brooke Shields, actress and president of Actors’ Equity Association, did.

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 March 2026 on the member portal. https://bit.ly/4bZsVyg

The Basement is the first unionized escape room in America and has set an important example for other immersive performers. Their 3 main asks – safety, salary and scheduling – have been a rallying point for these workers since unionizing in 2023. Listen to the story- www.podbean.com/media/share/...

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

🔴 Right NOW on The Labor Heritage Power Hour: 🎭 “We wear many hats…” - escape room workers talk about organizing their shop Next up: 🎶 Women of Steel 📻 WPFW 89.3 FM in #WashingtonDC OR ▶️ Listen/stream live: bit.ly/3P0fK8w #EscapeRoom #Actors #Acting @actorsequity.bsky.social#WashingtonDC#EscapeRoom#Actors#Acting#LosAngeles

April is National Arab American Heritage Month! Arab American and MENA (Middle Eastern North African) workers have played a critical part in advancing the Labor Movement, and their continued advocacy strives towards better working conditions and workers' rights for all.

Trans workers have always been instrumental to the Labor Movement – and it's important to make that labor visible. Visit our Resources for Trans, Nonbinary Members and Allies page to track legislation, access critical resources and more. https://bit.ly/4v3kT00

"Socially, politically, theatre has never been so important and vital to our understanding of ourselves and the world." – Author of the Message for World Theatre Day 2026, actor and theatremaker Willem Dafoe. www.world-theatre-day.org/messageautho...

Today is Equal Pay Day, when women’s average earnings finally amount to those of men’s from the preceding year. Women who hold multiple marginalized identities experience even larger pay gaps that continue to persist. Learn more at www.equalpay2day.org

The 2026 Officer and Councilor election will be conducted solely via mail ballot. If you are working away from your address on file with Equity and would like a ballot mailed to an alternate address, provide that address no later than 8 p.m. ET on Tuesday, April 7. https://bit.ly/4sJow9C

Join us for Equity 101, a Zoom class that to deepen your understanding of what being a union member is all about. Save the date: Monday, March 30 at 7 p.m. ET. / 6 p.m. CT / 5 p.m. MT / 4 p.m. PT. RSVP the portal - https://bit.ly/4bJq0tp

Equity stands in solidarity with the striking CFU-UAW workers at NYU. "At a time when higher education and cultural institutions alike are under threat, the employees who keep universities afloat must be able to perform their jobs safely, and earn a real living."

Wednesday, March 25, 11:30 AM: Join the NYC Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO, Workers United, SEIU, and the Remember the Triangle Fire Coalition for the 115th Anniversary Commemoration of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire.

Important reminder for members: You should never be asked to pay to audition. If a casting notice for an Equity role asks for a fee, it is a violation of our contracts. Protect yourself and your fellow artists. Please report it to the union's General Counsel immediately- [email protected].

Equity’s National Officer and Council elections are upon us. Candidate Information packets are now available via the member portal. Click here for more information on the 2026 election - https://members.actorsequity.org/get-involved/union-governance/elections/elections-2026

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

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We want to hear from you! Please fill out the member survey by April 1 to share your experience as an Equity member, what is working for you, overlooked ideas and new ideas you have to offer. Visit the member portal to take the survey - https://bit.ly/4sNEQ8Y

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Join us for Equity 101, a Zoom class that to deepen your understanding of what being a union member is all about. Save the date: Monday, March 30 at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT. RSVP the portal - https://members.actorsequity.org/newsandevents/savethedate/event-detail/2026/03/30/default-calendar/equity-101

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

ALLIES: We're still calling for everyone to NOT BUY STARBUCKS and to delete the Starbucks app off your phone. No contract? No coffee! Sign our No Contract No Coffee pledge and get campaign updates as well as local calls to action: nocontractnocoffee.org

Find tools and resources for people of all ages to better understand digital communication, digital spaces and maintaining a purposeful and fulling relationship with digital media. https://members.actorsequity.org/resources/media-literacy

Contact your U.S. Representative and ask that they join the FY27 appropriations request letters in support of increased funding for the NEA and NEH. The more reps who sign, the better our chances of increased funding to support jobs for union creative professionals. https://bit.ly/4cJozgT

ICYMI - Executive Director Al Vincent Jr. spoke yesterday at AFM's Rally for AI Protections and Fair Pay in Times Square. "AI is void of humanity. AI does not understand the human element."

Join us in-person on Thursday, March 12 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. for a discussion and meet and greet with Congressmembers Maxwell Frost (FL-10) and Darren Soto (FL-9) at the Orlando Equity Office. RSVP in the member portal. https://bit.ly/4uaUFIx

Equity’s National Officer and Council elections are upon us. Candidate Information packets are now available via the member portal. Click here for more information on the 2026 election - https://members.actorsequity.org/get-involved/union-governance/elections/elections-2026

An important updated about our social media channels during the 2026 Officer and Councilor Election -

Happy #InternationalWomensDay! While Equity operates primarily in the U.S., we stand in solidarity with women organizing across the world and celebrate our transnational and immigrant women members who bring their experiences, labor and artistic genius to the theatre industry.

Women's History Month continues! Explore Marie Dressler's history of activism. Not only a talented actor, she was the first president of Chorus Equity and a major player in our 1919 strike. Read all about her accomplishments here - https://bit.ly/4rUKSol

Important reminder regarding the EMC program: As of May 8, 2026, EMCs will no longer be recognized for prioritized audition access and will be seen on the same basis as other non-Equity actors. Visit actorsequity.org/join for more information.

Please join us in-person on Thursday, March 12 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. for a discussion and meet and greet with Congressmembers Maxwell Frost (FL-10) and Darren Soto (FL-9) at the Orlando Equity Office. RSVP in the member portal. https://bit.ly/4uaUFIx

Increased funding for the NEA and NEH each in FY27 gets us closer to a full funding level of $1 per capita. Contact your U.S. Representative and ask them to sign the FY27 NEA and NEH appropriations request letters today. https://bit.ly/4cJozgT

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 February 2026 on the member portal. https://bit.ly/40GHO37

March is Women’s History Month. Join us in celebrating the history of women and the labor movement by exploring this reading list curated by the AFL-CIO. Women’s history is Labor history – and women workers have always been critical to the fight for justice in the workplace. https://bit.ly/4aTk0Om

Responsible employers shouldn’t carry the burden alone. Sending our thanks to RWDSU President Stuart Appelbaum for advocating a fair share healthcare surcharge. These changes will incentivize employers to do the right thing and ensure a healthy New York for all! https://bit.ly/4sbiVZ1

EPA Update 2/25: Please note signups for tomorrow's (February 26) EPAs were erroneously closed early due to technical issues. To correct this, signups for Timberlake Playhouse, The Pushover and Pittsburgh CLO have been extended through 1 p.m. ET, February 25.

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

Since 2024, Michael X. Martin has been providing cartoons for Equity News, poking fun at working in the industry. And he knows about working in the industry – an Equity member since 1978, he has appeared in nearly 20 Broadway productions. https://bit.ly/4cJztD0

Snow Updates 02/23 No.2: The Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera SMTA 2026 Season NYC EPA that was scheduled for 10:00 a.m. ET on February 23 has been rescheduled to 10:00 a.m. ET on Thursday, February 26.

Please note that this event has been rescheduled. Watch this space for the newly scheduled date.

Snow Updates 02/23: All Broadway shows and many (but not all) other New York City shows have canceled performances for tonight. Please confirm with your employer if you have not yet heard from them directly.

Due to the NYC weather forecast, the New York Equity Office will be closed on Monday, February 23. Equity staff will be working remotely. Monday's EPAs and AAAs have been canceled. Please see our previous post for information about Sunday evening performance cancelations.

Snow Update for Sunday, February 22, 2026. Find your senior business rep in the portal at https://members.actorsequity.org/find-your-rep/senior-business-reps

Equity is monitoring the developing weather situation that could impact everywhere from mid-Atlantic through New England tomorrow and will be in touch with employers as necessary. Reach out to your employer if you have concerns about your ability to get to work. www.accuweather.com/en/winter-we...

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. https://members.actorsequity.org/my-account/my-profile

Producers looking to work with Equity stage managers and actors - This is your spot for rules, paperwork, information and who to contact if you can't find what you need. Visit the Resources for Producers page today - https://actorsequity.org/resources/Producers/

Join us Monday, February 23rd for “Federal EEOC 101,” the next installment of the Embracing Equity Series. RSVP in the member portal - https://bit.ly/4rL2sdV

As we continue our celebration of BlackHistoryMonth, we highlight this story about Frederick O'Neal: actor, civil rights activist and Equity president from 1964 to 1973. Learn more about the triumphs and accomplishments of this true visionary on the member portal. https://bit.ly/3OiD8Oc

Mental health resources are available in the member portal. Find dedicated mental health resources organized geographically. You'll also find national emotional support resources and dedicated crisis hotlines. Log in for more - https://members.actorsequity.org/resources/mental-health-resources