"Disneyland Characters and Parade Cast Members Unite to Form Union"
TL;DR
Disneyland cast members in the Characters and Parades departments are seeking to unionize with the Actors' Equity Association, citing concerns about workplace conditions, fair wages, and scheduling transparency. The union, known as "Magic United," aims to represent 1,700 employees and is seeking voluntary recognition from Disney Resort Entertainment. If Disney declines, the National Labor Relations Board will be involved. This move follows unionization efforts in other Disneyland departments and at Walt Disney World, and is supported by Equity, which also represents professional actors and stage managers in live theatre.
Topics:entertainmentlabor-relations#actors-equity-association#collective-bargaining#disneyland#labor-relations#labor-rights#unionization
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