Union activists go medieval in Orange County: medieval times, that is. On Friday, the 50 workers of the Buena Park Medieval Dinner & Tournament – gentlemen, actors and grooms – dropped the gauntlet and filed for a union election at the NLRB, represented by the American Guild. The move comes a week after artists at Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Castle in Lyndhurst, New Jersey voted to merge with AGVA.
In a statement, the Organizing Committee of Medieval Times Performers United California said, “To create a fairer, safer and more fun workplace, we also need a seat at the table with the Diversity Performers Guild of America, and together we can get better safety protocols and working conditions. ”as well as a salary based on our skills.
“Although Buena Park Castle shares many of the same problems as Lyndhurst, New Jersey Castle, our rigorous schedule of performances (16 shows in one week) puts a lot of pressure on the show team, which has since been critically understaffed. . reopening. in June 2021. Through collective bargaining, we can bridge the gap and ensure that all artists are protected from injuries, including our show horses. “
Source: Deadline
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