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equity tier II seasonal showcase
« on: Apr 14, 2010, 03:49 pm »
Hey does anyone know what the minimum pay is for equity tier II seasonal showcase for an SM?

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Re: equity tier II seasonal showcase
« Reply #1 on: Apr 14, 2010, 05:56 pm »
It's not a simple answer. 

According to Equity's Seasonal Showcase Code there is a formula that is used based on each individual theatre's gross income and the number of AEA members on the show.  It's explained in better detail on page 2 of the code.  If you don't have a copy of the code you can find it on Equity's website under Agreements - Codes. 

Your best bet would to be to call Equity directly and ask for the minimum with the specific theatre.

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Re: equity tier II seasonal showcase
« Reply #2 on: Apr 14, 2010, 11:38 pm »
is it different if its an equity sm or non equity sm?

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Re: equity tier II seasonal showcase
« Reply #3 on: Apr 15, 2010, 09:13 am »
You really need to ask Equity about this.

But my understanding from other contracts is that if you are non-Equity, the Equity rules do not apply to you (payment requirements, working hours and rules).  So if Equity allows for a non-Equity SM on the code the theatre is not required to pay you the minimum stipend that is due to Equity members.

Please someone else correct me if I am wrong.   

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Re: equity tier II seasonal showcase
« Reply #4 on: Apr 16, 2010, 03:52 am »
Your first instinct is right on the mark.
Call Equity.
They are paid to know the answers.
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