It sounds as though Broadway may be joining the strike efforts.

As the Writers Guild of America (WGA) and the Screen Actors Guild (SAG-AFTRA) unite in a strike in Hollywood, the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) is now taking a strike authorization vote this week, and may start picketing as soon as Friday (July 21) if authorized, via THR.

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The news follows negotiations that began on May 25 for the previous contract in effect from July 1, 2019, through July 2, 2023. With negotiations with the Broadway League and Disney Theatrical Productions stalling, the IATSE is prepared to strike, via Collider.

The final decision falls to the IATSE President. The contract includes roughly 1,500 workers in roles like stagehands, hair and make-up artists, and wardrobe, representing 45 theatrical shows with 28 on Broadway and 17 on tour.

According to IATSE International President Matthew D. Loeb, the union is fighting for “wages, benefits, and rights,” much like members of WGA and SAG-AFTRA, including establishing that productions handle housing for touring crews. There are also negotiations regarding wages and avoiding burnout and overwork through daily and weekly rest, via Collider.

39 projects have been granted a waiver to keep on filming from SAG-AFTRA.