Unions Protest Non-Union Music Man

A non-union production of “The Music Man” now touring America is upsetting theatrical unions. Unlike most shows, this production never was on Broadway. But its ticket prices are cheaper than the typical touring show. “The AFL-CIO and Actors’ Equity announced a boycott when the show first hit the road, in Des Moines. Since then, actors union representatives have organized small public protests, garnering media attention at most stops. The only problem: the protests haven’t dissuaded many ticket buyers from seeing the show.”