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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA)
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The labor union of singers, dancers, staging staff, and faculty, staff, and instructors in opera, choral performance, and ballet/contemporary dance in the United States.
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Kennedy Center Arts Workers United @kcunions.bsky.social · 14d
We're excited to now be on Bluesky! Follow us here and sign-up on our website to stay updated on the latest news and information from the union arts professionals who earn a living at the Kennedy Center. kennedycenterunions.org
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Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO @dpeaflcio.bsky.social · 21d
Join us in standing with @weareagma.bsky.social members at the New York City Ballet who are asking management for fair wages! actionnetwork.org/letters/send...
Send a Letter to New York City Ballet Management
We are officially asking our supporters for help! Given the current state of negotiations, the AGMA Dancers and Stage Managers of New York City Ballet boycotted the red carpet and dinner at the Fall F...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 22d
We need your help! Send a letter to New York City Ballet Leadership. Stand with the artists of NYCB. Tell management that the public is watching—and we deserve a fair contract: actionnetwork.org/letters/send...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 26d
An Update on Contract Negotiations at New York City Ballet: the artists will not be attending tonight's annual fundraising event due to the current state of negotiations. www.musicalartists.org/an-update-on...
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Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO @dpeaflcio.bsky.social · Sep 16
Congrats to @weareagma.bsky.social members at San Francisco Opera and @afm-union.bsky.social members at the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the SF Symphony on their new union contracts! www.sfcv.org/articles/mus...
Labor Agreements Reached at SF Symphony, SF Opera, and LA Philharmonic
Peace on the music labor front: SF Symphony Musicians agree on a tentative three-year contract.
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · Sep 15
Highlights from AGMA’s New Two-Year Agreement with San Francisco Opera: www.musicalartists.org/highlights-f...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · Sep 10
AGMA Stands in Solidarity with the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra: Instead of working with their musicians, management is spending time and resources trying to discredit them—this time, even launching a website to do it. full statement: www.musicalartists.org/agma-stands-...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · Sep 9
AGMA and San Francisco Opera Announce New Two-Year Agreement: www.musicalartists.org/agma-and-san...
AGMA and San Francisco Opera Announce New Two-Year Agreement | American Guild of Musical Artists
San Francisco, CA (September 9, 2025) – The American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) and San Francisco Opera (SFO) announce a new two-year collective bargaining agreement, ratified by AGMA’s Board of ...
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Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO @dpeaflcio.bsky.social · Aug 27
With their union contracts, @wgaeast.bsky.social members at NowThis secured a paid holiday break, @aft.org members who are healthcare professionals in Ohio secured tuition reimbursement, and @weareagma.bsky.social members at Alvin Ailey secured a $100 increase in their wellness stipend. #LaborDay
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · Aug 28
Dancers across all ranks will see some of the biggest wage increases in AGMA and NBT history! Highlights from AGMA’s New Three-Year Agreement with Nevada Ballet Theatre: www.musicalartists.org/highlights-from-agmas-new-three-year-agreement-with-nevada-ballet-theatre/
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · Aug 26
Call for AGMAzine Submissions! ✍️🎨📸 The winter issue of AGMAzine is coming, and we want to hear from members. Submit by 9/26. Full details: www.musicalartists.org/call-for-agmazine-submissions-2025/
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · Aug 26
AGMA and Nevada Ballet Theatre Announce New Three-Year Contract: www.musicalartists.org/agma-and-nev...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · Aug 18
@actorsequity.bsky.social is heading into negotiations w The Broadway League, and they’re kicking things off with the @aflcio.org “It’s Better in a Union” bus tour on August 20, 4PM. With so many AGMA members also part of Equity, our turnout will make a real impact!

www.mobilize.us/aflcio/event...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · Aug 18
Big UNION news out of Boston Ballet! Following voluntary recognition from management, stage managers have officially joined AGMA’s bargaining unit!

Read the full joint press release on AGMA’s website: www.musicalartists.org/agma-and-bos...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · Aug 7
Highlights from AGMA’s New One-Year Agreement with Oregon Ballet Theatre: www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie...

🥳Wins for dancers and stage managers, including improvements to scheduling, rehearsal protocols, break protections, and recognition for all artists!
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · Aug 5
Highlights from AGMA’s New Three-Year Agreement with Musica Sacra: www.musicalartists.org/highlights-f...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · Aug 4
🥳🔥 Highlights from AGMA’s New Three-Year Agreement with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater: www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · Jul 30
AGMA and Musica Sacra Announce New Three-Year Contract: www.musicalartists.org/agma-and-mus...

The CBA responds to the evolving needs of today’s professional choral artists; including new provisions that address AI, health & safety, and artist participation in decisions about the company’s future.
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · Jul 16
Nope. Our CFO is prob in the process of doing that though!
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · Jul 16
AGMA is ✨️hiring✨️ a Staff Accountant! If you’re passionate about numbers and want to support performing artists through strong financial stewardship, we want to hear from you. 📍 Full-time | On-site | NYC. More information: www.musicalartists.org/careers-agma/ @unionjobs.bsky.social
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · Jul 15
15% wage growth over the life of the contract! New job security! Strengthened protections around health, safety, and equity!

Highlights from AGMA’s New Three-Year Agreement with Voices of Ascension: www.musicalartists.org/highlights-f...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · Jul 9
AGMA in ELLE! "Unpaid Leave and ‘Inconvenient’ Postpartum Bodies—Why Ballerinas Are Fighting for Their Rights."

Thank you to @rainesford.bsky.social ✍️ for featuring the experiences of AGMA dancers.

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How Ballet Is Fighting for Dancer Pregnancy Rights
“We’re told we should do it ‘for the love of the art form,’ but we still have bills to pay and families to raise.”
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · Jul 8
AGMA Ratifies Five-Year Agreement with Pittsburgh Opera: www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · Jul 7
With raises as high as 18.75% in the first year, new guarantees around Free Days, and expanded support for physical maintenance and performance-related expenses, this new Ballet West contract reflects the value, voice, and well-being of the Artists: www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · Jul 3
Highlights from AGMA’s New One-Year Agreement with the Metropolitan Opera: www.musicalartists.org/highlights-f...
Highlights from AGMA’s New One-Year Agreement with the Metropolitan Opera | American Guild of Musical Artists
The new collective bargaining agreement between AGMA and the Metropolitan Opera was approved by AGMA leadership on June 23, 2025, after being ratified by the shop. In addition to across-the-board wage...
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