Homemade solidarity hits different. AGMA is with you, @sbworkersunited.org

As SNAP funding is set to lapse tomorrow, @weareagma.bsky.social President Ned Hanlon shared his experience using SNAP benefits to keep from going hungry while he and his partner were struggling to make ends meet at the beginning of their careers. aflcio.org/2025/10/30/o...

We are the union actors, dancers, singers, musicians, stage managers, and behind-the-scenes workers who earn a living at the Kennedy Center. We are proud members of @actorsequity.bsky.social, @afm-union.bsky.social, @weareagma.bsky.social, and @iatse.bsky.social.

We're excited to now be on Bluesky! Follow us here and sign-up on our website to stay updated on the latest news and information from the union arts professionals who earn a living at the Kennedy Center. kennedycenterunions.org

Join us in standing with @weareagma.bsky.social members at the New York City Ballet who are asking management for fair wages! actionnetwork.org/letters/send...

We need your help! Send a letter to New York City Ballet Leadership. Stand with the artists of NYCB. Tell management that the public is watching—and we deserve a fair contract: actionnetwork.org/letters/send...

An Update on Contract Negotiations at New York City Ballet: the artists will not be attending tonight's annual fundraising event due to the current state of negotiations. www.musicalartists.org/an-update-on...

Congrats to @weareagma.bsky.social members at San Francisco Opera and @afm-union.bsky.social members at the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the SF Symphony on their new union contracts! www.sfcv.org/articles/mus...

Highlights from AGMA’s New Two-Year Agreement with San Francisco Opera: www.musicalartists.org/highlights-f...

AGMA Stands in Solidarity with the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra: Instead of working with their musicians, management is spending time and resources trying to discredit them—this time, even launching a website to do it. full statement: www.musicalartists.org/agma-stands-...

AGMA and San Francisco Opera Announce New Two-Year Agreement: www.musicalartists.org/agma-and-san...

With their union contracts, @wgaeast.bsky.social members at NowThis secured a paid holiday break, @aft.org members who are healthcare professionals in Ohio secured tuition reimbursement, and @weareagma.bsky.social members at Alvin Ailey secured a $100 increase in their wellness stipend. #LaborDay

Dancers across all ranks will see some of the biggest wage increases in AGMA and NBT history! Highlights from AGMA’s New Three-Year Agreement with Nevada Ballet Theatre: www.musicalartists.org/highlights-from-agmas-new-three-year-agreement-with-nevada-ballet-theatre/

Call for AGMAzine Submissions! ✍️🎨📸 The winter issue of AGMAzine is coming, and we want to hear from members. Submit by 9/26. Full details: www.musicalartists.org/call-for-agmazine-submissions-2025/

AGMA and Nevada Ballet Theatre Announce New Three-Year Contract: www.musicalartists.org/agma-and-nev...

@actorsequity.bsky.social is heading into negotiations w The Broadway League, and they’re kicking things off with the @aflcio.org “It’s Better in a Union” bus tour on August 20, 4PM. With so many AGMA members also part of Equity, our turnout will make a real impact! www.mobilize.us/aflcio/event...

Big UNION news out of Boston Ballet! Following voluntary recognition from management, stage managers have officially joined AGMA’s bargaining unit! Read the full joint press release on AGMA’s website: www.musicalartists.org/agma-and-bos...

Highlights from AGMA’s New One-Year Agreement with Oregon Ballet Theatre: www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie... 🥳Wins for dancers and stage managers, including improvements to scheduling, rehearsal protocols, break protections, and recognition for all artists!

Highlights from AGMA’s New Three-Year Agreement with Musica Sacra: www.musicalartists.org/highlights-f...

🥳🔥 Highlights from AGMA’s New Three-Year Agreement with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater: www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie...

AGMA and Musica Sacra Announce New Three-Year Contract: www.musicalartists.org/agma-and-mus... The CBA responds to the evolving needs of today’s professional choral artists; including new provisions that address AI, health & safety, and artist participation in decisions about the company’s future.

AGMA is ✨️hiring✨️ a Staff Accountant! If you’re passionate about numbers and want to support performing artists through strong financial stewardship, we want to hear from you. 📍 Full-time | On-site | NYC. More information: www.musicalartists.org/careers-agma/ @unionjobs.bsky.social

15% wage growth over the life of the contract! New job security! Strengthened protections around health, safety, and equity! Highlights from AGMA’s New Three-Year Agreement with Voices of Ascension: www.musicalartists.org/highlights-f...

AGMA in ELLE! "Unpaid Leave and ‘Inconvenient’ Postpartum Bodies—Why Ballerinas Are Fighting for Their Rights." Thank you to @rainesford.bsky.social ✍️ for featuring the experiences of AGMA dancers. www.elle.com/culture/care...

AGMA Ratifies Five-Year Agreement with Pittsburgh Opera: www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie...

With raises as high as 18.75% in the first year, new guarantees around Free Days, and expanded support for physical maintenance and performance-related expenses, this new Ballet West contract reflects the value, voice, and well-being of the Artists: www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie...

Highlights from AGMA’s New One-Year Agreement with the Metropolitan Opera: www.musicalartists.org/highlights-f...

AGMA Ratifies 3-Year Contract with BalletMet! One of the biggest wins: the elimination of the 1st Year Apprentice rank & the reclassification of 2nd Year Apprentices as “New Dancers,” resulting in a 26% wage increase for dancers at the start of their careers www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie...

AGMA and Voices of Ascension Jointly Announce New Three-Year Agreement! This agreement is a testament to what’s possible when both labor and management approach the bargaining table in good faith, with mutual respect and a shared vision for the future: www.musicalartists.org/agma-and-voi...

AGMA has launched a Pride Caucus! Kickoff Meeting on July 22. Full announcement and registration info: www.musicalartists.org/announcing-t...

📢 HUGE TEXAS WORKER WIN: Dancers of Texas Ballet Theater just won wage increases, paid parental leave, and safety protections with their first collective bargaining agreement! When we come together to fight for fair wages and worker protections, we win! @weareagma.bsky.social (via @keranews.org)

AGMA and the Metropolitan Opera Reach Tentative Agreement: www.musicalartists.org/agma-and-the...

🏳️‍🌈🥰 AGMA Pride

AGMA Ratifies 5-Year Agreement with The Dallas Opera: www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie...

FIRST CONTRACT at TBT! From significant wage increases (ex: 50% increase for Apprentices) to paid parental leave, health care guarantees, & protections around casting, scheduling, & artistic evals, this FIRST contract is filled with hard-won victories. Details: www.musicalartists.org/agma-announc...

FIRST CONTRACT ALERT! The new CBA between AGMA and Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra & Chorale includes: 🎶annual 5% wage increases 🎶improved benefits 🎶clear protections around working conditions/scheduling 💥PLUS! Chorale is now the sole chorus of PBOC Details: www.musicalartists.org/agma-announc...

The new CBA between AGMA and Kansas City Ballet includes: ✨️wage increases ✨️elimination of the Apprentice rank ✨️expanded protections around scheduling and well-being ✨️improvements to delegate pay ✨️inclusive language updates Details: www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie...

We got a new collective bargaining agreement with Lyric Opera of Kansas City! ✔️annual wage increases ✔️new sick leave ✔️new parking provisions ✔️improved scheduling guarantees ✔️expanded holiday coverage for all artists Details: www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie...

This 3-year agreement brings across-the-board wage increases, expanded sick leave/PTO, year-round health insurance for returning artists, and MORE. These hard-fought wins by the negotiating committee build a stronger foundation for all Sarasota Ballet Artists: www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie...

650+ AGMA Artists at the Met signed this Statement of Intent, uniting for a fair contract with better pay, job security, and stability. This is solidarity. Together we will: www.musicalartists.org/statement-of...

YEAH! This agreement brings strong wage increases across all ranks, improved parental leave & sick time, and new provisions supporting PT access, artist feedback, personal time. It also includes a significant bump in healthcare coverage, now 90% employer-paid: www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie...

AGMA has played a key role in securing $5M in State Funding for the Met Opera. We organized, we lobbied, and we showed up TOGETHER for the future of opera. When artists take collective action, real change happens. Together we will: www.musicalartists.org/agma-plays-k...

ANOTHER ONE! 😎 AGMA Ratifies FIRST Agreement with Little Island: www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie...

😎💥FIRST UNION CONTRACT ALERT! AGMA Ratifies FIRST Agreement with Ballet Memphis: www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie...

Contract Negotiations Began Today at the Metropolitan Opera: www.musicalartists.org/contract-neg...

Today is Workers Memorial Day. Solidarity is strength, and, more often than not, solidarity is what keeps us safe: www.musicalartists.org/today-is-wor...

AGMA Announces Tracy Jones as Director of Collective Bargaining: www.musicalartists.org/agma-announc...

AGMA Welcomes Performers of the Bill T. Jones / Arnie Zane Company: www.musicalartists.org/agma-welcome...

AGMA Ratifies 5-Year Agreement with Houston Grand Opera: www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie...

AGMA President Responds to Threat Against Federal Workers’ Collective Bargaining Rights: "Silencing federal workers is just another step toward silencing all workers." www.musicalartists.org/agma-preside...