Facing an uncertain future and a dearth of information, the Philly Pops musicians said Tuesday they are prepared to go on strike unless Pops owners — who announced plans last month to close the company — commence good faith negotiations.
Facing an uncertain future and a dearth of information, the Philly Pops musicians said Tuesday they are prepared to go on strike unless Pops owners —“There is no reason to stonewall these workers’ needs,” said Ellen Trainer, president of the American Federation of Musicians, Local 77, the Pops musicians’ union at a news conference Tuesday. “There’s no reason to send them home for the holiday with no idea how their families are supposed to budget for the new year.
Since then, the union members have heard inconclusive reports about whether the Pops will continue past the current season, if the musicians’ positions will be protected, and answers to questions about the organization’s finances. The Pops’ owners have cited declining attendance and profits, but union members say they are seeking protection as professionals, many of whom have served for decades with the Pops.
“We just need them to provide accurate information in a useful, legal format and to negotiate in good faith,” Trainer said. “No more games while people’s livelihoods are at stake,” referring to an alleged federal labor law violation the union has filed against the owners.On Sunday, 95% of the Pops union musicians voted to authorize a strike if such an action was deemed necessary. The Pops season runs through July 2023.
Karen Corbin, chief operating officer for Philly Pops/Encore Series Inc., said, “We are actively addressing the concerns expressed by the local’s leadership against the backdrop of the economic challenges driven by the pandemic and its aftermath.”“We, of course, hope to achieve a resolution satisfactory to all parties,” she said.
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