World Opera Day is October 25. AGMA could not be more proud of the Union's Artists and their profound impact on the opera world. Their passion, dedication, and extraordinary artistry breathe life into this art form. AGMA members play an indispensable role in shaping opera as we know it today, not only by preserving the rich tradition of opera but also by pushing boundaries in an effort to make opera more relevant and resonant with contemporary audiences. Happy World Opera Day to all opera workers, whether on the stage or behind the scenes! May your talents continue to shape the opera world for generations to come. ... Read More -->

Register Reminder! The Opera and Concert Choristers Caucus (OCCC) will host its first PUBLIC presentation on Monday, October 30 at 7:30 p.m. ET. All Artists are encouraged to attend regardless of AGMA membership status, so AGMA members should feel free to forward this link to their choral friends and colleagues, especially those in Right to Work (RTW) states! How has collective bargaining improved working conditions and pay for professional singers over the last year? What does it mean to belong to AGMA in a right-to-work state? How can you become involved in improving the standards of your industry? Join the OCCC and Jennifer Wallace, AGMA’s Western Region Vice President and Chair of the Work Rules and Contract... Read More -->

The American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) unequivocally supports the exceptional dancers and staging staff of American Ballet Theatre (ABT) who are currently working under an expired contract. It is with great urgency and frustration that we address this issue once more, noting that we find ourselves in the exact same predicament as we did in 2017. This time though, the Artists have endured even more hardships and sacrifices, particularly in light of the devastating impact of the pandemic. In 2017, the Artists sent a letter to the ABT Board outlining critical issues that required immediate attention. The following six years have seen no substantial change in the contract conditions of the Artists. Rather, they have been burde... Read More -->

The Mid & South Atlantic Area will hold its annual membership meeting virtually – over Zoom – on Sunday, November 19, at 8:00 p.m. ET. Members of the Area were sent an email with details on Sunday with more information and a link to register. Area meetings are an opportunity for AGMA members to come together with other local members to meet, connect, and discuss common issues. ... Read More -->

Register The Staging Staff Caucus will present "Unlocking Opportunities: Transitioning to General Director or Management Roles" on Monday, November 6, at 9:00 p.m. ET with guest speaker Jonathan West from Management Consultants for the Arts. Jonathan will address AGMA Staging Staff members interested in one day transitioning into General Director or Management roles, shedding light on the intricacies of the search process. All AGMA staging staff members in good standing are encouraged to attend and learn more! Register today. About Jonathan West Before joining MCA in 2015, Jonathan West was the Director of Communications for the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, founded by legendary architect Frank Lloyd Wright... Read More -->

Register The AGMA Black Caucus will host its FINAL National Meeting of 2023 on Wednesday, November 1, at 7:00 p.m. ET (4:00 p.m. PT). All Black AGMA Artists are encouraged to participate! The AGMA Black Caucus meeting will focus on crafting a comprehensive "toolkit" for AGMA signatory companies. Are you interested in becoming more involved with the ABC? During this meeting, the Caucus will also address the recently announced self-nomination period for the ABC Facilitator Election. To qualify for self-nomination, attendance at an ABC meeting within the last six months is required, and by participating in this November meeting, you would meet this eligibility criterion! Registration is required to receive the Z... Read More -->

Register The Opera and Concert Choristers Caucus (OCCC) is excited to announce its first PUBLIC presentation on Monday, October 30 at 7:30 p.m. ET. All Artists are encouraged to attend regardless of AGMA membership status, so AGMA members should feel free to forward this link to their choral friends and colleagues, especially those in Right to Work (RTW) states! How has collective bargaining improved working conditions and pay for professional singers over the last year? What does it mean to belong to AGMA in a right-to-work state? How can you become involved in improving the standards of your industry? Join the OCCC and Jennifer Wallace, AGMA’s Western Region Vice President and Chair of the Work Rules and Contr... Read More -->

AGMA President Ned Hanlon will be venturing to the White House tomorrow, October 17. President Hanlon has been invited to participate in a pivotal meeting dedicated to laying the groundwork for a national arts and culture integration strategy alongside the White House Domestic Policy Council and National Endowment for the Arts. He will be delivering pro-union remarks and advocating, as he always does, for the performing arts. ... Read More -->

Today, the AGMA Black Caucus emailed important information to eligible members regarding the opening of the self-nomination period to become a Facilitator within the AGMA Black Caucus. We encourage eligible members to self-nominate! The required form was included in the email. Passionate advocates for equity and inclusivity can make a real impact by joining the leadership team of the AGMA Black Caucus. Your unique perspectives, talents, and experiences will help the ABC continue important work and grow as a community. The self-nomination period ends November 12. ... Read More -->

Let's stand in unwavering support of the remarkable Artists of American Ballet Theatre. The dedicated AGMA/ABT Negotiating Committee has been at the bargaining table for over five months. As performances draw near on an expired contract, we urgently call upon ABT management to bargain a fair contract for these exceptional artists. Time is of the essence. We will keep everyone updated. Follow the dancers’ account @abtofficial on Instagram. ... Read More -->