Pre-Recorded Tracks In David Byrne’s ‘Here Lies Love’ Pit Broadway Musicians Against Producers

The use of pre-recorded tracks in the David Byrne-Fatboy Slim musical Here Lies Love is pitting New York City’s musicians’ union against the show’s producers, with the union calli…

is pitting New York City’s musicians’ union against the show’s producers, with the union calling the concept an “existential threat toThe musical, which received considerable critical acclaim during previous stagings Off Broadway and in London, re-tells the story of former Filipina First Lady Imelda Marcos by setting the tale within a dance club environment.

“For generations, audiences have experienced Broadway shows with live music performed by the best musicians in the world, and by using just pre-recorded tracks it not only cheapens the art it’s putting jobs and livelihoods at risk,” Gagliardi said in a statement to Deadline. “Our musicians are heartbroken that David Byrne – a legend – is attempting this and we strongly hope he reconsiders.”

According to the union, the collective bargaining agreement between Local 802 and the Broadway League requires producers to “defend any attempt to hire less than the required minimum to a ‘Special Situation’ panel.” The panel consists of representatives from Local 802, the League and “neutrals” not affiliated with either party. The request would be examined and the panel, which would then vote on whether to allow the orchestra reduction.

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