About 200 stage workers at the Altria Theater, Dominion Energy Center, and John Paul Jones Arena are preparing for a potential strike as they negotiate with management company ASM Global for a new contract.
A strike vote is set to take place on Monday. If a strike is called, it could disrupt several major events, including performances of “MJ the Musical” at the Altria Theater, according to the IATSE.
Approximately 200 stage workers at the Altria Theater, Dominion Energy Center, and John Paul Jones Arena are preparing for a potential strike as they negotiate with management company ASM Global for a new contract.
Currently, the base rate for a stagehand at ASM’s Richmond venues is below $20 per hour. This has led to difficulty attracting and retaining skilled workers in the industry, according to the IATSE. Over the past six years, workers received 1% annual raises from ASM with no …