New Projects - WGA Strike Details - Tonny Nominations Announced
By Abigail Hardin, May 03, 2023
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Happy May, UTD!
We pushed our weekly email a day later to allow for more reactions to yesterday's major announcements about the WGA Strike and the Tony Award Nominations.
There is much to cover about the implemented film and TV writers' strike. We have tried to group articles into subtopics so that you can find the information you are looking for. There are several articles that go into detail about what both sides are asking for and why the WGA and AMPTP could not reach a deal. There are also articles breaking down the ramifications, shows affected, and more.
As I stressed in my email last week, I urge you to not be consumed by stress over the WGA strike. Yes, production has been affected. Yes, auditions will slow the longer the strike is in place. But your work should not stop.
For one, while voicing their support of the WGA, SAG-AFTRA has issued a statement to its members alerting them to their obligation in the event of a strike. According to SAG-AFTRA, "if you are contracted to work on a project that continues production while the WGA is on strike, you are legally obligated to continue working by your personal services agreement and the ‘no strike’ clause in our collective bargaining agreements." Furthermore, actors can still "continue to audition for work" if they choose to.
There are many things that you can do to further your career during this time. To help you navigate this uncertainty, Annie and I will be holding a "Strike-Proof" free workshop later this month. Mark your calendars for May 30th at 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT and register today!
- May 30, 2023 @ 3:00 PM EST — Strike-Proof: How to Take Advantage of this Industry Redirect & Stay Active During the WGA Strike with Actors Connection
There is much to cover, so let's get right to it! Stay positive, and create a great week!
Great Opportunity
Our friends at Actors Connection have another great free workshop planned later this month with Casting Director Merri Sugarman of Tara Rubin Casting! Mark your calendars for May 25th at 7:00 PM ET / 4:00 PM PT and register today!
From Craft to Career: A Casting Director's Guide for the Actor
With over 20+ years of experience in different aspects of professional casting within television, film and theater, Merri is a treasure trove of advice to help actors and those who support them in their career goals, learn what it takes to be a pro.
She'll answer your questions in our Q&A and also share with you information on her upcoming book debut of From Craft to Career: A Casting Director’s Guide for the Actor.
WGA Strike
Details
- WGA Calls for Strike to Begin on Tuesday
- WGA Answers Frequently Asked Questions About Potential Strike
- WGA Strike: The Issues, Movies & TV Shows Affected & How Long It Might Last
- WGA Sends Out Strike Rules To Members As Hollywood Holds Its Breath
- Writers Guild Strike: WGA Leaders Say Studios Refused To Bargain On Guild’s Core Issues
- CEO Pay High In 2022 Amid Industry Shakeup, Looming Writers Strike
- Writers Strike Movie Production Impact: ‘Gladiator’ Sequel, ‘Beetlejuice’ Brave Shoots
- Writers Strike: Gavin Newsom Says He’s “Very Worried” About WGA Strike
- All The TV Shows And Movies Affected By The WGA Writers Strike (Updating)
- Writers Strike: WGA Members Must Tell Agents To Cease Seeking Jobs For Them
- WGA Strike Picket Line Locations List In Los Angeles & New York
Pilot Season FYC Effects
- How Would a Writers Strike Impact Emmy Campaign Season?
- NewFront & Upfront Presentations Face Adjustments With WGA On Strike
Support
- SAG-AFTRA Advises Members To “Continue To Work” In Event Of A WGA Strike
- Writers Strike: Hollywood Guilds & Other Groups Pledge Support For WGA
- IATSE Joins Chorus Of Hollywood Unions Supporting WGA As Contract Talks Enter Final Week
- IATSE President Tells Members They Have “Legal Right” To Honor WGA Picket Lines
- American Federation Of Musicians Joins Unions Supporting WGA As Strike Looms
- Association Of Talent Agents Sends Members Force Majeure Summary As Strike Looms
- DGA Says It Supports WGA In Its Efforts To Achieve “Fair & Reasonable” Contract
- WGGB Tells U.K. Writers to Halt Projects Within WGA Jurisdiction
Commentary
- Striking Writers Rally On Social Media; “We’re Going To Fight”
- Seth Meyers Says That A WGA Strike Would Be A “Miserable Thing” Adding, “What Writers Are Asking For Is Not Unreasonable”
- Writers Strike Impact: Makeup Artist Says Remember Below-The-Line Workers
Tony Award Nominations
- SOME LIKE IT HOT, & JULIET, SHUCKED & More Lead The 2023 Tony Award Nominations
- 2023 Tony Awards Nominations - Show by Show!
- Overlooked: Who Was Shut Out of the 2023 Tony Award Nominations?
- Take-Aways and Trends: Playbill Breaks Down the 2023 Tony Award Nominations
- CBS & Pluto TV Partner For Tony Awards Pre-Show
Film & TV Production
NYC
International
- Netflix, Amazon And Others Now Regulated By Canadian Streaming Law
- Netflix Hailed By Rishi Sunak Over $6BN Content Investment
- Netflix Confirms Plans To Spend $2.5BN On Korean Content
Film & TV Business News
- SAG-AFTRA Extends Members’ Covid Dues Relief For Last Time
- Nielsen Reverses Upfront Plans By Holding Back Expected Data
Q1 Reports
- Amazon Stock Surges As Tech Giant Blows Past Wall Street Q1 Estimates
- Comcast Q1 Revenue Slips 4% But Beats Forecasts
- TelevisaUnivision Drops Vix+ Brand But Keeps Dual-Tier Streaming Setup Under Vix Banner As Q1 Results Reflect Advertising Slowdown
- Roku Q1 Results Match Wall Street Forecasts For Profit, Beat Them For Revenue, Though Company Sees Advertising Challenges Continuing
Layoffs
- Layoffs Underway At Amazon Studios & Prime Video
- Disney Film Layoffs Include Searchlight, Story & Distribution Departments
- Disney TV Layoffs: Cuts In Syndication, PR & Unscripted Lead Day 2
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Sundance Institute Sets Fellows For 2023 Directors, Screenwriters, Native Labs
- Study: Netflix Increases Representation, Still Has Strides To Make
- LIFE OF PI Launches New Initiative For South Asian and AAPI Community