The Workshops & Readings provisions in the Independent Theatre Agreement (ITA) are designed to promote the development and exploration of new and existing works.
A workshop or reading may involve a public presentation, but the focus is on dramaturgical process, rather than production.
Related information can be found in Article 57:00 of the ITA.
Engagers are required to file a Workshops & Readings Registration Form with Equity. The form must be submitted at least 2 business days prior to the start of the activity.
The work week under Workshops & Readings is based on a 42 hour week.
The schedule may include a:
May not be used for a Public Presentation.
Workdays may not exceed 7 out of 8 hours (Standard call) unless there is a Public Presentation.
One 10 out of 12 hour call is permitted and only if there is a Public Presentation.
The work week runs Monday through Sunday.
All Stage Manager calls must include 1 hour of prep time per day, paid at ¼ of the 4-hour call rate.
A workshop or reading contract can be cancelled with the following timeline for notices:
48 hours’ written notice
1 weeks’ written notice
Standard 2 weeks’ notice
For activities of 2 weeks or less, please contact Equity to arrange security. Activities longer than 2 weeks require standard security (bonding).
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