Equity is pleased to announce the Opera Agreement has been ratified. Thank you to all who voted!
Eligible members of Equity voted 93.65% in support of the proposed changes with a voting return rate of 29%.
Improvements to the OPA include a 9.5% general increase in fees over the life of the agreement, as well as additional fee increases in key areas. Other improvements include better work-life balance for stage managers, more work opportunities for assistant stage managers, stronger language regarding health and safety, and new touring provisions.
The ratified terms take effect July 1, 2025.
An updated version of the agreement will be available soon.
Equity would like to thank the negotiating team, consisting of Equity members Tracy Cantin, Kat Chin, Connor Hoppenbrouwers, Johnathon Kirby, Robert Pel, and Arieh Sacke. Equity staff on the negotiating team were Business Rep. Manager - Ballet & Opera Agreements/Engagement Policies, Ruth Leggett, Senior Business Rep. Stephen Davis, and Executive Director, Arden R. Ryshpan.
For any questions or additional information regarding this agreement, please email Executive Director,
Arden R. Ryshpan or Business Rep. Manager - Ballet & Opera Agreements/Engagement Policies,
Ruth Leggett.