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IATSE Warns that The Met's Season May Not Happen Until Worker Lockout Ends

The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE), the union that represents The Metropolitan Opera's workers, is warning that the Met's season may not go on until the lockout of opera workers ends.
Shows Shutdown: A Look at Broadway Closures of the 21st Century

Throughout the short beginning of 21st century alone, Broadway has been dealt a number of blows in various ways and has always managed to find a way back. Read about them here!
Local One IATSE Donates $875,000 to The Actors Fund

The Actors Fund has announced that the membership of Local One of the IATSE, Theatrical Stagehands of New York City and the oldest entertainment Union in the United States, approved a five-year financial commitment of $875,000. The donation will support the programs and services of The Actors Fund.
STAGE TUBE: Easter Bonnet 2010

On Monday, April 26 and Tuesday, April 27, BC/EFA hosted the 24th ANNUAL EASTER BONNET COMPETITION. This year, the competition raised an impressive $3,265,700 by the 64 participating Broadway, Off-Broadway, and National Tour companies benefiting Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS. Since it began in 1987, the 23 editions of the EASTER BONNET COMPETITION have raised over $42 million for BC/EFA. BroadwayWorld brings you the official video of the event, including interviews and clips of the most talked-about numbers.
Photo Coverage: BC/EFA's Easter Bonnet Competition - Part 2

The 24th ANNUAL EASTER BONNET COMPETITION raised an impressive $3,265,700 this year by the 64 participating Broadway, Off-Broadway, and National Tour companies benefiting Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS. Since it began in 1987, the 23 editions of the EASTER BONNET COMPETITION have raised over $42 million for BC/EFA. BroadwayWorld brings you the complete official coverage of the event. Click here to see Part 1!
Photo Coverage: BC/EFA's Easter Bonnet Competition - Part 1

The 24th ANNUAL EASTER BONNET COMPETITION raised an impressive $3,265,700 this year by the 64 participating Broadway, Off-Broadway, and National Tour companies benefiting Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS. Since it began in 1987, the 23 editions of the EASTER BONNET COMPETITION have raised over $42 million for BC/EFA. BroadwayWorld brings you the complete official coverage of the event.
WICKED is Top Earner for 2010 BC/EFA Easter Bonnet Competition

The 24th ANNUAL EASTER BONNET COMPETITION was a great success with an astounding, $3,265,700 being raised this year by the 64 participating Broadway, Off-Broadway, and National Tour companies benefiting Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS. Since it began in 1987, the 23 editions of the EASTER BONNET COMPETITION have raised over $42 million for BC/EFA.
Baker, Bleu, Domingo And More Set For BC/EFA's EASTER BONNET COMPETITION 4/26-27

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS will present the 24th Annual Easter Bonnet Competition on Monday, April 26 (4:30 PM) and Tuesday, April 27 (2 PM) at the Minskoff Theatre (200 West 45th Street). The proceeds from the event will benefit BC/EFA.
Baker, Bleu, Domingo And More Set For BC/EFA's EASTER BONNET COMPETITION 4/26-27

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS will present the 24th Annual Easter Bonnet Competition on Monday, April 26 (4:30 PM) and Tuesday, April 27 (2 PM) at the Minskoff Theatre (200 West 45th Street). The proceeds from the event will benefit BC/EFA.
Strike Update Day 19: End to the Strike Close?

LATEST NEWS: No official news is yet available, though NY1 and other news sources are reporting that optimism is in the air. Both sides spoke positively earlier in the day about reaching a resolution, but no official announcements have yet been made. A press conference is expected later this evening.
Strike Coverage: Nederlander Org Sues Local One for $35M

The Nederlander Organization - and the producers of the nine shows currently housed in the Nederlander-owned theatres - is suing the stagehands' union Local One for $35 million.
Strike Coverage Day 18: Negotiations Fail - 'Grinch' Continues

LATEST NEWS: A statement from the League of American Theatres and Producers reads, 'The League of American Theatres and Producers and Local One talked through the night and were unable to reach an agreement. Talks will resume tomorrow (Wednesday, November 28) at 10AM. Performances are canceled through Wednesday's matinees.'

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