(MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA) – Twenty-nine Front of House, Ticketing Staff and Public Facing Workers employed at the Minneapolis’ Children’s Theatre Company are set to join International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) Local 13 after management agreed to voluntarily recognize the Workers’ Union.

Children’s Theatre Company (CTC) is the Nation’s largest and most acclaimed theatre for young people and serves a multi-generational audience – and creates theatre experiences that educate, challenge and inspire 250,000 people annually.  And CTC is the only theatre focused on young audiences to win the coveted Tony Award® for regional theatre and is the only theatre in Minnesota to receive three Tony® nominations.

While IATSE Local 13 already represents Stagehands at CTC, as well as several other venues throughout the metro, this marks the first time the Local will extend its representation to Front of House and Public Facing Workers.

“I think because of this big win, other front of House and Public Facing Workers will feel a little more confident in organizing their workplaces,” Organizing Committee Member Kellie Larson said. “It has really been a great honor to represent these folks.”

The decision by the Children’s Theater Company to voluntarily recognize the Unionization of Front of House Workers aligns with a broader trend in the U.S. Live Events Industry.

Employers are increasingly recognizing the benefits of a Unionized Workforce, emphasizing the importance of maintaining staffing levels, enhancing skills, ensuring safety and providing comprehensive training, Union Officials said. 

“This Organizing Campaign would not have gone as smoothly if it was not for the complete solidarity of this Unit,” IATSE Representative Amanda Sager said. “They were on top of everything from the start.  I am personally very proud of them.”

Live Event Workers nationwide are coming together to win essential access to health care, training, robust safety measures, mental health resources, and avenues for professional growth.

IATSE represents more than 170,000 Technicians, Artisans and Craftspersons in the Entertainment Industry, including live events, motion picture and television production, broadcast and trade shows in the United States and Canada.

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