Voter Registration, Vote by Mail, & 2020 Political Advocacy Resources
With just a handful of weeks until Election Day, implementation of the IATSE 2020 political program is in full swing. One of our primary focuses, over the summer and into […]
Returning to Work: IATSE Member Edward Lavin Talks the Future of Entertainment and Safety on Set.
“My wife and I were preparing for our honeymoon,” says Lavin. “However, due to COVID-19 our travel plans were canceled and our focus shifted primarily on our safety.” Edward Lavin […]
Employees of Pittsburgh Playhouse at Point Park University Vote to Unionize
Pittsburgh, PA — Workers at the Pittsburgh Playhouse at Point Park University unanimously voted for union representation on September 18th. A total of sixteen workers across Stagehands, Wardrobe, and Scenic […]
IATSE Member Daniel McManus Talks Returning to Work and Behind-the-Scenes of the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards
Local One and 4 Member, Daniel McManus works as a Crew Chief and says he’s thrilled to be returning back to work. “In March, I remember sitting on the set […]
AQTIS, IATSE 667 AND IATSE 514 JOIN FORCES!
Montreal, September 23, 2020 – AQTIS, IATSE 667 and IATSE 514 are pleased to announce that they are taking a major step to better meet their members’ needs. The Association […]
The Official Bulletin: 2020 Q3 / No. 669
Directive from IATSE President Regarding Covid-19 Safety Protocols
As our temporarily slowed economy has begun to reopen, we must continue to recognize the severity of the COVID-19 crisis and the lethality of this contagion. In recognition of the […]
Hollywood Unions announce COVID-19 Testing and Protocols Adopted with the AMPTP to Allow Production to Resume Safely
Los Angeles, CA —The unions representing casts and crews today announced they have reached an agreement with the major studios on protocols to allow the industry to safely re-open. The […]
‘America’s Top Dog’ Crew Goes Union, Wins Benefits, COVID-19 Provisions Following Strike
For Immediate Release: Simi Valley, CA — Behind the scenes workers for A&E’s ‘America’s Top Dog’ represented by the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) and Teamsters Local 399 […]
IATSE Green Committee Issues Statement on President Trump’s Denial of Climate Change
NEW YORK, NY — The IATSE Green Committee has released a statement regarding President Trump’s denial of climate change during his meeting with state and federal officials amid the Northern […]
