Waitress Grievance Resolved: Actors' Equity Association and Broadway League Reach Settlement
Actors' Equity Association and The Broadway League have reached a settlement regarding a grievance filed against the producers and licensor of the musical Waitress. The grievance alleged "double-breasting," the simultaneous profiting from union and non-union workers. The settlement acknowledges the interests of all parties involved and resolves the unique circumstances surrounding the production. Waitress had both union and non-union tours running concurrently, with evidence suggesting a financial interest in the non-union production that violated union recognition clauses. The filing triggered a card campaign for representation by Actors' Equity, with non-union members citing pay disparities and safety concerns.