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Walking on Moonbeams!!
I’m thrilled to be performing in ONCE the Musical at Casa Mañana in Fort Worth! Amazingly talented Cast!! Fantastic creative team! Phenomenal company!! So grateful to revisit Baruška in such a beautiful production. I’m just so glad to be here!!
Tickets are still available!
Don’t Mess With Texas!!
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Joanne appearing in Yiddish Fiddler? Sounds meshugah, no?
What a year it’s been… Our precious jewel, #YiddishFiddler @Folksbiene (directed by the incredible Joel Grey) is running through December 30th at the Museum of Jewish Heritage in Battery Park. What a privilege to be part of this historic production!
Read a rave review of Yiddish Fiddler!
Backstage at Fidler Afn Dakh
On December 10th at 7pm, I’ll be appearing as Yenta in this beautiful show before we pack up and move to Stage 42!
With director, Joel Grey and our genius Tevye, Steven Skybell!
See you all in the Shtetl!!
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VOTE JOANNE BORTS for EQUITY COUNCILLOR
VOTE Joanne Borts for Actor’s Equity Council
It’s been a privilege to serve as your Principal Councillor, and now I look forward to getting back to my Chorus roots. For years I’ve watched opportunities for Chorus dwindle across the country, and it’s become my mission to protect members who must rely on our Equity Minimums. In my experience working in all three regions – as Chorus, Principal and Actor/Musician – I’ve learned that when we increase terms and conditions for Actors who cannot negotiate above minimum, we create stronger contracts for all Equity members, even our high-profile stars.
During my tenure on Council I’ve served on dozens of committees, including Member Education, Organizing, EEO and Media/New Technology. I’ve proudly participated in five Production contract negotiations – winning Personal Days, significant Salary increases, 401K with employer contributions, easier eligibility for health coverage (so more members can qualify), and vigorously spearheaded a long overdue 51% increase in the Understudy increment.
As your Voice on Council, I pledge to:
- Protect Chorus Jobs
- Define protections for Actor-Musicians
- Prioritize workplace safety
- Advocate targeted organizing campaigns for our under-represented communities
- Pursue improvements to the website and online signups
- Engage in the national political conversation, supporting candidates who champion Marriage Equality, Gun Control, Immigration Reform and a strong Labor Movement
In the same way that a great Chorus is made up of distinct individuals, contrasting opinions will ensure that Council is an effective governing body. Equity represents Actors of all ages, demographics and regions, and when we truly listen to our members – and each other – we build contracts that look toward the future and successfully represent our diverse membership.
PLEASE WATCH MY VIDEO STATEMENT: https://youtu.be/XZfoVTggpqU
With your Vote, I’ll continue to be your tireless advocate.
ALL BALLOTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY MAY 23RD
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Joanne Borts for AEA Council
PLEASE SUPPORT
Joanne Borts
for
Actors’ Equity Council
Polls open April 13th
EVERY VOTE COUNTS!
http://www.joanneborts.com/union-maid/aeacouncil2015/
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#EquityWorks #AEAStandingUpForItsMembers
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May Day – the original Labor Day
Let us carry the spirit that was entrusted to us…
–לאָמיר טראָגן דעמ גײַסט וואָס מען האָט אונדז פארטרויט
Albert Einstein said, “Many times a day I realize how much my own outer and inner life is built upon the labors of others, and how earnestly I must exert myself in order to give in return as much as I have received.”
This year, on International Workers’ Day – also known as May Day – I would like to take the opportunity to acknowledge my Actors’ Equity colleagues and industry comrades. An effective Labor Union must be a well-oiled machine, and each person’s individual contribution, no matter how small it may seem, is truly significant. So I would like to thank ALL of the people who care enough to make Actors’ Equity Association a priority:
– The Deputies, who take on the risk of being labeled ‘troublemakers’ for representing their fellow Actors in the workplace.
– The Area Liaisons – forever on their cell phones to the business reps, while keeping a watchful eye on Equity theatres in the Regions.
– My fellow Councilors, especially our elder statesmen, who sit in negotiations, caucuses and endless meetings for many excruciating hours, days & weeks… making sure that no stone has been left unturned, no question left unanswered. I owe a great debt of gratitude to their experience and years of sacrifice.
– Our overworked Staff, who have chosen to make a career of protecting professional Actors. We’re a hard bunch to please, so hats off to them!
– The Broadway League and Producers – our dedicated bargaining partners and employers – who’ve made the commitment to hire Union talent when they produce professional theatre around the country – and to treat professional Actors and Artists with the dignity we all deserve.
– But most of all, I’d like to thank the Members who choose to show up: for town halls, membership & committee meetings, rallies, fundraising events, even to stand on picket lines when asked. We show up because we genuinely care about our industry and each other.
On this May Day 2014 – when Congress continues to debate the Minimum Wage Bill – we also stand united with our sister and brother Unions, and with Workers around the country and the globe – men and women who still need our support in their struggle for fair treatment, a decent wage and a safe workplace. As we stand shoulder to shoulder, I am proud to count myself among my fellow activists and call myself an Equity Actor and a Proud Union Member.
How will you celebrate this May Day? #EquityWORKS #AEA2ndCentury
May Day 2014
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Joanne WHO?
I'm a New York based broadway actor and singer (most recently appearing in ONCE) who also performs in concerts and music festivals across the U.S., Canada and Europe. When I'm not on tour, I write and direct a really hip and innovative off-b'way kids show ~ I'm on the council of Actors' Equity and frequently sing the national anthem at professional sporting events. I love Barbershop harmony, playing my little red accordion and my husband's cooking... That's me!!