AGMA is opposed to the tax bill currently before Congress. The tax revisions, if approved, will negatively affect a large majority of our membership in the form of higher taxes. This tax bill will eliminate the deduction of ordinary and necessary unreimbursed business expenses, which means many members will no longer be able to deduct expenses such as management fees, travel, voice lessons, or your union dues. We are asking you to act fast and let Congress know how this bill will hurt you and your colleagues (the vote is imminent so act now). For more information see this article in the The Hollywood Reporter which stated that an analysis of the bill "showed that the middle-class is expected to suffer hefty increases under the new... Read More -->
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AGMA’s Statement on Allegations Against James Levine, Metropolitan Opera Music Director Emeritus
We are appalled by the recent reports of sexual abuse allegations against James Levine, the Metropolitan Opera’s Music Director Emeritus. Last night, the Metropolitan Opera (“Met”) suspended Mr. Levine pending an immediate, internal investigation. We support the Met’s recent actions. As the union representing choristers, soloists, stage managers, directors, dancers, choreographers and staff performers, we seek to protect our members from all forms of harassment and discrimination. The Met has a legal duty to provide a safe workplace and take all reasonable steps to prevent harassment. This duty includes conducting prompt and diligent investigations in response to credible complaints of misconduct with appropriate actions wh... Read More -->