U.K. entertainment industry union Equity has pledged £1 million ($1.2 million) to support its members who have been affected by the pandemic-induced industry shutdown.
Equity is asking for more donations, stating that the vast majority of its members earn modest sums and do not have savings as a fall-back option.
The appeal for further donations is led by Oscar-winning “Bridge of Spies” actor Mark Rylance. “Most of us are not famous, are not rich,” Rylance said. “We are hired for our flexibility, our willingness to drop everything and turn up.
We as a union can begin now to set an example. A wonderful example of what our profession is truly about. Support for each other on and off stage.
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