All shows could soon be hit by industrial action if no agreement is reached, Equity warns.
Equity is calling for a pay increase of 17% in year one, and a further 10% in year twoWest End theatre performers could walk out on strike if their pay demands are not met, the trade union Equity says.Equity, the union for the performing arts and entertainment industries, told the BBC that strikes were a possibility as "nothing is off the table".
The Society of London Theatre said: "As we enter this year's negotiations, we are keen to build on our already constructive relationship with Equity to achieve a sustainable outcome."Other demands include a five-day rehearsal week as opposed to the current six days, and an increase in holiday entitlement from 28 days to 34.
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