Local 212 Costume and Wardrobe Department Head Adejoke Taiwo Shares Her Journey with IATSE and Talks Diversity and Inclusion in Canada.
“I have always been interested in clothes and fashion since I was six years old,” says Costumer and Wardrobe Department Head and Local 212 member Adejoke Taiwo. “My Father’s mother […]
IATSE Celebrates Women’s History Month
Dear Local Officers — The IATSE has a rich, hidden history of women who have risen above the barriers to aspire to strengthen our Union. Over the years, we have […]
IATSE Lauds House Passage of American Rescue Plan Act, Urges Swift Senate Action
Early this morning, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the American Rescue Plan Act, the first step in providing comprehensive COVID-19 relief to behind-the-scenes entertainment workers still reeling from the […]
IATSE’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee Concludes Black History Month
Although Black History month is coming to an end, the IATSE Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee wishes to continue acknowledging and highlighting the presence of our Black and Brown Sisters, […]
IATSE Pride Committee commends US House on passage of the Equality Act
We applaud the US House of Representatives for passing the Equality Act (H.R. 5). This important legislation amends existing civil rights laws, including the Civil Rights Act of 1967 and […]
Local 798 Carla Wallace Speaks Out About Diversity and Beauty in Motion Picture
With a career spanning over thirty years, Local 798 Makeup Artist and Journeyman Carla Van Nessa Wallace also holds a Master of Cosmetology license. She has freelanced for networks such […]
Remembering Sarah Jones
Seven years ago today, Sarah Elizabeth Jones was tragically killed and several others were injured by a train while on set for the film ‘Midnight Rider’. It was the most […]
Local 665 President Tuia’ana Scanlan’s Road to IATSE and Talks the Importance of Representation On and Off Screen
In the quiet town of Orange, California, Tuia’ana Scanlan was a creative zealous college student majoring in Theatre at Chapman University. As his final undergraduate year approached, Scanlan says he […]
Local 322 Lorenzo Mack Talks COVID-19’s Impact On Entertainment Workers and Steps Towards a Diverse and Inclusive Union.
For Audio Engineer and Grip, Lorenzo Mack, the world of entertainment and theatre sparked his interest during his Sophomore year at Davidson College located in Davidson, North Carolina. “I took […]
Daniel Di Tolla, Longtime Director of IATSE Stagecraft Department, Announces Retirement
NEW YORK, NY — Second generation IATSE member and 16-year lead of The IATSE Stagecraft Department, Daniel Di Tolla, announced his retirement February 8, 2021.“It has been an honor and a privilege […]
