Homemade solidarity hits different. AGMA is with you, @sbworkersunited.org
10.11.2025 22:03 β π 45 π 4 π¬ 1 π 0@weareagma.bsky.social
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.
Homemade solidarity hits different. AGMA is with you, @sbworkersunited.org
10.11.2025 22:03 β π 45 π 4 π¬ 1 π 0As SNAP funding is set to lapse tomorrow, @weareagma.bsky.social President Ned Hanlon shared his experience using SNAP benefits to keep from going hungry while he and his partner were struggling to make ends meet at the beginning of their careers. aflcio.org/2025/10/30/o...
31.10.2025 14:31 β π 4 π 2 π¬ 0 π 0We are the union actors, dancers, singers, musicians, stage managers, and behind-the-scenes workers who earn a living at the Kennedy Center. We are proud members of @actorsequity.bsky.social, @afm-union.bsky.social, @weareagma.bsky.social, and @iatse.bsky.social.
05.11.2025 15:35 β π 15 π 5 π¬ 0 π 1We'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
21.10.2025 17:44 β π 6 π 3 π¬ 0 π 0Join 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...
14.10.2025 13:56 β π 2 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0We need your help! Send a letter to New York City Ballet Leadership. Stand with the artists of NYCB. Tell management that the public is watchingβand we deserve a fair contract: actionnetwork.org/letters/send...
12.10.2025 22:08 β π 1 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0An 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...
08.10.2025 21:56 β π 1 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0Congrats 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...
16.09.2025 18:31 β π 3 π 2 π¬ 0 π 0Highlights from AGMAβs New Two-Year Agreement with San Francisco Opera: www.musicalartists.org/highlights-f...
15.09.2025 19:58 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0AGMA Stands in Solidarity with the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra: Instead of working with their musicians, management is spending time and resources trying to discredit themβthis time, even launching a website to do it. full statement: www.musicalartists.org/agma-stands-...
10.09.2025 15:22 β π 2 π 0 π¬ 0 π 1AGMA and San Francisco Opera Announce New Two-Year Agreement: www.musicalartists.org/agma-and-san...
09.09.2025 18:11 β π 2 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0With 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
27.08.2025 18:18 β π 3 π 1 π¬ 1 π 0Dancers across all ranks will see some of the biggest wage increases in AGMA and NBT history! Highlights from AGMAβs New Three-Year Agreement with Nevada Ballet Theatre: www.musicalartists.org/highlights-from-agmas-new-three-year-agreement-with-nevada-ballet-theatre/
28.08.2025 17:06 β π 4 π 0 π¬ 1 π 0Call for AGMAzine Submissions! βοΈπ¨πΈ 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/
26.08.2025 19:52 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0AGMA and Nevada Ballet Theatre Announce New Three-Year Contract: www.musicalartists.org/agma-and-nev...
26.08.2025 17:38 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0@actorsequity.bsky.social is heading into negotiations w The Broadway League, and theyβre kicking things off with the @aflcio.org βItβs Better in a Unionβ 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...
Big UNION news out of Boston Ballet! Following voluntary recognition from management, stage managers have officially joined AGMAβs bargaining unit!
Read the full joint press release on AGMAβs website: www.musicalartists.org/agma-and-bos...
Highlights from AGMAβs New One-Year Agreement with Oregon Ballet Theatre: www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie...
π₯³Wins for dancers and stage managers, including improvements to scheduling, rehearsal protocols, break protections, and recognition for all artists!
Highlights from AGMAβs New Three-Year Agreement with Musica Sacra: www.musicalartists.org/highlights-f...
05.08.2025 16:37 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0π₯³π₯ Highlights from AGMAβs New Three-Year Agreement with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater: www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie...
04.08.2025 16:42 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0AGMA and Musica Sacra Announce New Three-Year Contract: www.musicalartists.org/agma-and-mus...
The CBA responds to the evolving needs of todayβs professional choral artists; including new provisions that address AI, health & safety, and artist participation in decisions about the companyβs future.
Nope. Our CFO is prob in the process of doing that though!
16.07.2025 19:22 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0AGMA is β¨οΈhiringβ¨οΈ a Staff Accountant! If youβre passionate about numbers and want to support performing artists through strong financial stewardship, we want to hear from you. π Full-time | On-site | NYC. More information: www.musicalartists.org/careers-agma/ @unionjobs.bsky.social
16.07.2025 18:40 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 1 π 015% wage growth over the life of the contract! New job security! Strengthened protections around health, safety, and equity!
Highlights from AGMAβs New Three-Year Agreement with Voices of Ascension: www.musicalartists.org/highlights-f...
AGMA in ELLE! "Unpaid Leave and βInconvenientβ Postpartum BodiesβWhy Ballerinas Are Fighting for Their Rights."
Thank you to @rainesford.bsky.social βοΈ for featuring the experiences of AGMA dancers.
www.elle.com/culture/care...
AGMA Ratifies Five-Year Agreement with Pittsburgh Opera: www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie...
08.07.2025 18:13 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0With 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...
07.07.2025 16:36 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0Highlights from AGMAβs New One-Year Agreement with the Metropolitan Opera: www.musicalartists.org/highlights-f...
03.07.2025 16:42 β π 2 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0AGMA Ratifies 3-Year Contract with BalletMet!
One of the biggest wins: the elimination of the 1st Year Apprentice rank & the reclassification of 2nd Year Apprentices as βNew Dancers,β resulting in a 26% wage increase for dancers at the start of their careers
www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie...
AGMA and Voices of Ascension Jointly Announce New Three-Year Agreement!
This agreement is a testament to whatβs possible when both labor and management approach the bargaining table in good faith, with mutual respect and a shared vision for the future: www.musicalartists.org/agma-and-voi...