'Wicked' and Many Broadway Shows May Soon Halt as IATSE Calls Strike Authorization Vote

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actors and writers continue to strike, Broadway may soon be joining the picket line. The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) has called a strike authorization vote, reported Wednesday, after negotiations fell through with The Broadway League and Disney Theatrical, which are representing Broadway and national tour producers.IATSE members, which consists of stagehands, hair and makeup artists and wardrobe, amongst others, have until 11 p.m.

PT Thursday evening to vote, which means there's the likelihood that a strike could come as early as Friday morning. If that were to happen, the majority of Broadway shows and touring productions would immediately cease production.According to the report, the Broadway League and Disney Theatrical would have to return to the negotiating table before the late Thursday deadline.IATSE International President Matthew D.

Loeb wrote in an email to IATSE members on Tuesday, as reported by: «We need to show strength and unity to ensure we win the wages, benefits, and rights that all members at IATSE have earned and deserve.

This strike vote will send a strong message that we will not accept substandard contracts that fail to acknowledge our workers’ contributions.