Beyond the Waiver

Beyond the Waiver

Editorial by Emilie Beck  |  July 10, 2009

I am writing this entry in response to Rob Kendt’s thoughtful, two-part history of Equity Waiver theatre in Los Angeles. Initially, I was just going to leave a comment after his article, but I have too much to say about it. What else is new? READ MORE

Waiver War Weapons: Part II

Waiver War Weapons: Part II

Features by Rob Kendt  |  June 29, 2009

The turbulent and true history of the infamous Equity Waiver wars, which raged from 1986 through 1988 and changed LA theater forever. READ MORE

Waging the Waiver Wars

Features by Rob Kendt  |  May 2, 2009

If the stormy 37-year history of Equity Waiver (now known as the Equity 99-Seat Plan) proves anything, it is that when theater artists want to get in front of audiences, however small, they won’t take no for an answer - even from their union. READ MORE