On Thursday, the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) announced that they have reached a tentative agreement with Broadway producers, preventing the need for a strike. This news comes as the ongoing strike by Hollywood actors has caused a shutdown across the industry. IATSE had threatened to strike as early as Friday, and this agreement will cover 1,500 workers and over 40 shows in New York and on tour. The terms of the proposed contract have not yet been announced by the union or by Broadway League and Disney Theatrical Productions.
In a joint statement, the three groups stated that they will inform their members of the details of the agreement in the coming days. This agreement provides some relief for the industry, particularly for the production of the hit musical “Wicked,” which was just days away from wrapping before the strike began. Director Jon M. Chu, known for his work on films like “Crazy Rich Asians” and “In The Heights,” expressed his disappointment on Instagram, stating that they were so close to finishing the movie but had to pause production due to the strike. However, Chu reassured fans that the release date of the film, set for December 2024, should not be affected by the halt in production.
The film features a star-studded cast including Ariana Grande, Jonathan Bailey, Cynthia Erivo, Michelle Yeoh, Keala Settle, and Jeff Goldblum. Grande will play the role of Glinda, while Erivo will portray Elphaba. Chu sent his support to the cast and crew and expressed his excitement to finish the film once the strike is over.
Meanwhile, the strike led by Sag-Aftra was called after the union failed to reach an agreement with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) on various issues, including pay and the use of artificial intelligence (AI). The union is concerned about the growing threat of unregulated use of generative AI technology, which poses a risk to actors’ livelihoods. Pay has also been a major negotiation point due to the changing landscape of streaming and its impact on actor compensation.
Numerous Hollywood stars, including Lupita Nyong’o and Joely Fisher, have been pictured on the picket lines in solidarity with the strike. Sag-Aftra represents around 160,000 members of the industry and called for the strike after the Writers Guild of America initiated industrial action earlier this month. Some waivers have been granted to independent film producers to continue production outside the studio system. The strike continues to impact the industry, with notable projects being affected, such as “Weekend Escape Project” and “The Summer Book.” However, the union remains committed to fighting for a fair outcome for its members.
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