Center Theatre Group debates nonunion shows at Ahmanson Theatre
What happened
Non-Equity tours of musicals like “Tommy” and “The Music Man” recently opened at major Los Angeles theaters, including the Ahmanson Theatre, which is utilized by Center Theatre Group. This prompted a debate over whether major metropolitan houses should book nonunion shows. Center Theatre Group stated that these bookings reflect limited tour options and the need to keep the Ahmanson Theatre’s 2,000 seats filled.
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Why it matters
The decision to host non-Equity tours raises questions about the financial pressures facing major regional non-profits like Center Theatre Group. Critics question whether the pursuit of filling the Ahmanson Theatre’s seats compromises the organization’s core values and implies mistreatment of actors.
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Who's involved
- Center Theatre GroupNon-profit organization that utilizes the Ahmanson Theatre for non-Equity tours.
- Ahmanson TheatreTheater in Los Angeles utilized by Center Theatre Group for non-Equity tours.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Center Theatre GroupSpeculative
Center Theatre Group might face increased costs related to public relations or union negotiations due to the debate over its operational model.
- Ahmanson TheatreSpeculative
The Ahmanson Theatre might face increased public scrutiny regarding its operational costs and pricing structure.
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The entities involved
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Center Theatre Group
non-profit organization in Los Angeles, California, United States
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Los Angeles
seat of Los Angeles County, and largest city in California, United States
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Ahmanson Theatre
theater in Los Angeles, California, United States, part of Los Angeles Music Center
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