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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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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 01/10/2026
On International Coffee Day, America’s unions continue to stand in solidarity with our Starbucks @sbworkersunited.org baristas in their fight for a fair contract, and call on everyone to boycott stand-alone corporate Starbucks stores. No contract, no coffee!
Boycott Starbucks. No contract? No coffee. Period. BoycottStarbucks.net
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
In today's Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight, AGMA member David Mejía reflects on an unexpected path from a school scheduling mix-up to a career in opera: www.musicalartists.org/hispanic-her...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight on AGMA Soloist Teresa Castillo about the family, culture, and pop-culture moments that first inspired her love of opera: www.musicalartists.org/hispanic-her...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Hispanic Heritage Month spotlight on AGMA Soloist Madelin Morales. In this feature, she discusses "Singing her DNA," a philosophy that has fueled her career: www.musicalartists.org/hispanic-her...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Hispanic Heritage Month spotlight on AGMA Dancer Sarah Gabrielle Ryan. In this interview, she shares her experience of seeing Hispanic dancers on stage and opening doors for dancers and community members as a union delegate: www.musicalartists.org/hispanic-her...
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Hispanic Heritage Month: AGMA Dancer Sarah Gabrielle Ryan on Creating Space | American Guild of Musical Artists
Interview by Eldee Eyimife, AGMA Communications Coordinator AGMA Dancer Sarah Gabrielle Ryan considers herself lucky to have grown up so close to the Philadelphia Ballet (formerly Pennsylvania Ballet)...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Highlights from AGMA’s ❣️FIRST CONTRACT❣️ with Handel + Haydn Society: www.musicalartists.org/highlights-f...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
To kick off Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re spotlighting AGMA Soloist Efrain Solis, whose journey from singing in his childhood church to making his Metropolitan Opera debut has remained deeply connected to Spanish, the language he grew up speaking: www.musicalartists.org/hispanic-her...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
AGMA Stands in Solidarity with the San Francisco Opera Orchestra: www.musicalartists.org/agma-stands-...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Highlights from AGMA’s FIRST Agreement with Ballet Austin: www.musicalartists.org/highlights-f...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Highlights from AGMA’s New Three-Year Agreement with Opera Philadelphia: www.musicalartists.org/highlights-f...
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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 12/08/2026
After facing relentless union-busting and being unjustly fired, our @weareagma.bsky.social siblings at the Dallas Black Dance Theatre have ratified their first contract! This is a major victory for these artists. When we stand together in solidarity, we WIN!
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laborheritage.bsky.social @laborheritage.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Dallas Black Dance Theatre And @weareagma.bsky.social Announce First Contract Highlights include guaranteed minimum workweeks, a seniority-based wage scale and improved minimum weekly salaries. Find out more at tinyurl.com/upaddrv7 #Dance #Dallas #Texas
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AGMA and Dallas Black Dance Theatre Announce First Collective Bargaining Agreement - Labor Heritage Foundation
After more than two years of organizing and negotiating, American Guild of Musical Artists members have announced the ratification of their first collective bargaining agreement with Dallas Black Dance Theatre.Highlights of the deal include guaranteed minimum workweeks for the dancers and a mini
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
AGMA and Dallas Black Dance Theatre Announce First Collective Bargaining Agreement: www.musicalartists.org/agma-and-dal...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Highlights from AGMA’s New Three-Year Agreement with Oregon Ballet Theatre: www.musicalartists.org/highlights-f...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Highlights from AGMA’s New Three-Year Agreement with ABT: www.musicalartists.org/highlights-f...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
First contract alert!! Highlights from AGMA’s Three-Year Agreement with Opera Colorado: www.musicalartists.org/highlights-f...
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Texas AFL-CIO @texasaflcio.org · 30/07/2026
✊ TEXAS UNION WIN: @weareagma.bsky.social members just won a new, four-year agreement with the Houston Ballet guaranteeing: 💸 Strong wage increases 🏖️ New vacation pay 🍼 Parental leave benefits 🤖 AI protections & more! That’s the union difference!
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Highlights from AGMA’s New Three-Year Agreement with NY Philharmonic: www.musicalartists.org/highlights-f...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Highlights from AGMA’s New Four-Year Agreement with Houston Ballet: www.musicalartists.org/highlights-f...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
AGMA and Opera Colorado jointly announce our first-ever collective bargaining agreement! The parties reached an agreement on June 18, and it was ratified by AGMA’s Board of Governors on July 13. Full joint release can be found on AGMA's website: www.musicalartists.org/agma-and-ope...
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Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO @dpeaflcio.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
DPE spoke with dancer & @weareagma.bsky.social member Belle Urben about organizing alongside her fellow dancers at the Dayton Ballet. Now, with their union, the dancers have a stronger voice on the job & greater confidence to advocate for meaningful workplace improvements. youtu.be/ODt9sR1TTPs?...
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How Dayton Ballet Dancers Secured Their Union Victory
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Union Jobs @unionjobs.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
The American Guild of Musical Artists seeks an Eastern Regional Director / Counsel to be based in New York City, NY. Details can be found at: unionjobs.com/listing.php?... #1u #UnionStrong @weareagma.bsky.social
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
AGMA Announces 2026 and Beyond Strategic Action Plan: www.musicalartists.org/agma-announc...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Highlights from AGMA’s New Two-Year Agreement with New Orleans Opera: www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 15/03/2026
AGMA’s NEW Instagram handle is @ weareagma. The new handle better reflects the spirit of the community. If you have the previous handle listed or linked anywhere, please update it: www.musicalartists.org/agma-changes...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Despite the soundbite suggesting opera and ballet are “dying,” these art forms remain living, breathing, evolving expressions of the human experience. 90 years ago TODAY, AGMA was established. www.musicalartists.org/agma-celebra...
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Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO @dpeaflcio.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Happy 90th Birthday @weareagma.bsky.social!
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Union Jobs @unionjobs.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
AGMA (American Guild of Musical Artists) seeks to fill the position of National Legal and Policy Director, to be based in New York City, NY (National search). Details can be found at: unionjobs.com/listing.php?id=30269 #1u #UnionStrong @weareagma.bsky.social
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
AGMAzine Spotlight: AGMA Chorister on Instilling Solidiarity in Future Generations: www.musicalartists.org/agmazine-spo...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
A Stage Manager’s Journey to Union Recognition at Boston Ballet: www.musicalartists.org/agmazine-spo...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
AGMAzine Spotlight: AGMA Dancers Vice President Discusses Black Dance Change Makers’ First Summer Utensive: www.musicalartists.org/agmazine-spo...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
AGMA Announces New Three-Year Agreement with Perelman Arts Center: www.musicalartists.org/agma-announc...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
AGMA Statement on Washington National Opera and The Kennedy Center: We stand with WNO Artists and the Company. Link: www.musicalartists.org/agma-stateme...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
Contract Highlights from AGMA and Dance Theatre of Harlem's First Collective Bargaining Agreement in Decades: www.musicalartists.org/contract-hig...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
AGMA and Dance Theatre of Harlem are proud to announce the ratification of a collective bargaining agreement! The agreement includes key updates, including a new compensation structure resulting in average wage increases of 29%. Announcement here: www.musicalartists.org/agma-and-dan...
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AGMA and Dance Theatre of Harlem Jointly Announce First Collective Bargaining Agreement in Decades | American Guild of Musical Artists
Picture taken in the fall of 2025: Company Artists with DTH Executive Director Anna Glass (pink shoes) The American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) and Dance Theatre of Harlem are proud to announce th...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
AGMA Statement on the Proposed Renaming of the Kennedy Center: www.musicalartists.org/agma-stateme...
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Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO @dpeaflcio.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
Congratulations to the dancers of the Dayton Ballet who won their union with @weareagma.bsky.social! www.musicalartists.org/dancers-of-d...
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Dancers of Dayton Ballet Vote Unanimously to Unionize with AGMA | American Guild of Musical Artists
The American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) is pleased to announce that the Dancers of Dayton Ballet have voted unanimously in favor of unionizing with AGMA. The NLRB election was held on December 10...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
AGMA is proud to announce that acclaimed actress Sandra Oh is serving as the Honorary Chair of the 2025 AGMA Relief Fund Holiday Drive! Read Sandra Oh’s full message and consider contributing: www.musicalartists.org/sandra-oh-in...
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American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) @weareagma.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
Homemade solidarity hits different. AGMA is with you, @sbworkersunited.org
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Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO @dpeaflcio.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
As 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...
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Opera Singer and Union President: How SNAP Was My Lifeline | AFL-CIO
When people talk about SNAP benefits, commonly known as food stamps, conversations too often devolve into stereotypes. The recipients are “lazy,” they should “get a job,” and with a “proper work ethic...
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Kennedy Center Arts Workers United @kcunions.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
We 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.
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Kennedy Center Arts Workers United @kcunions.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
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 · 14/10/2025
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...
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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 · 12/10/2025
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 · 08/10/2025
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 · 16/09/2025
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...
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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 · 15/09/2025
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 · 10/09/2025
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 · 09/09/2025
AGMA and San Francisco Opera Announce New Two-Year Agreement: www.musicalartists.org/agma-and-san...
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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 · 27/08/2025
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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