This morning we've noticed a few audition call outs that say they are open to D/deaf, disabled and neurodivergent dancers. However, few of them really demonstrate that the audition space or the job would really be a welcoming, accessible workspace. equity.org.uk/advice-and-sup…

Did you know that Equity is the union for choral singers? If you work as a liturgical singer, we want to hear from you about your working conditions! Your feedback will support us in expanding our work in this area. Take our survey here: tinyurl.com/mr2ew6n6

ICYMI: Performers' union Equity put together petition addressed to Westminster City Council's leader calling for licensing regulations for street performers in Covent Garden to be revoked

After Equity’s affiliation to Cuba Solidarity Campaign last month, it was amazing to meet our sister union UNEAC on our Justice for Colombia & FIA actors delegation in Bogotá today. The UK so much to learn from the Cuban arts model; & stand united against the unjust blockade. ✊🇨🇺✊

We want a transition as successful as Opera North or Birmingham Royal Ballet. This ain’t it. The voice of the workforce & unions are absent from this proposal, a proposal which hurts art, artists, & audiences. Blind welcoming of this vapid plan shows contempt for our workforce.

It is with great sadness that the ALPD heard the news that its co-founder and President, passed away yesterday. Richard, had been the Association’s President for many years. He will be deeply missed by the ALPD and its members, for whom he was a mentor and inspiration.

Work in medical role-play? Take a look at our new guide outlining best practice for medical role-play within education and training - including pay, travel and dignity at work. equity.org.uk/advice-and-sup…

BREAKING: Equity to ballot members in the English National Opera chorus on industrial action. Our members cannot accept changes that would slash salaries by 40% Ballot opens on 4 January. Read the full story: tinyurl.com/85zzmenw

Are you an Actor-Musician and Equity member? 🎶 Our actor-musician network is looking for your input to help create a code of practice to improve standards for all actors-musicians. Submissions close shortly - take the survey here: tinyurl.com/2yjnvyvf

“We urge you to abandon your plans to make dramatic cuts to ENO chorus and stage management contracts.” Equity launches a petition in support of English National Opera Chorus members. Arts Council England megaphone.org.uk/petitions/fair… via Megaphone UK

Show your support for chorus members! If opera is to be truly accessible, it must pay and treat its workforce fairly. Add your name to our petition to the ENO, demanding a #FairWageOnStage megaphone.org.uk/petitions/fair…

I’m an Equity member and voting YES to industrial action to protect my job in the ENO Chorus #FairWageOnStage #SaveOurENO

Equity members, residents and arts organisations across East Anglia have raised serious concerns following a proposed 100% cut to arts funding by Suffolk County Council 🧵 [1/10]

Our members are incredible - what a legend Jessica Daley is ✊

Equity is proud to be out marching in solidarity with striking workers across Northern Ireland at the #J18 demonstration today! @NIC_ICU has our full support in the fight for fair pay and better budgets from accountable local political institutions

🚨JOBS🚨 Do you believe artists deserve good work? Workers deserve good art? Come work with us!! We’re recruiting for: 📌 Senior Membership Assistant 📌 Head of Communications 📌Assistant Organiser, Live Performance Full details and how to apply 👉

Update: Spotlight‼️ 'The cost of casting should not be borne by artists seeking work' We have today issued a letter to Spotlight regarding potential legal action. For full details of this development go to our website equity.org.uk/news/2024/spot…

.Equity and the Independent Theatre Council (Independent Theatre Council) have agreed pay and provisions – including commuting costs – will rise by 5% every year for performers, stage management and choreographers. Read more 👇 thestage.co.uk/news/news/equi…

We're calling on all Equity members who have recently worked for POLKA DOT PANTOMIMES to come forward and work with us to force this company to stand by its promise to offer decent work. Contact us on [email protected]

Today the UK government will be facing the United Nations for violating disabled people’s rights and Equity will be there. Watch the live stream at 2pm UK time: webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1s/k…. #CRPD24