Press Releases

World-renowned conductor Riccardo Muti lends support to Met Opera musicians

"We are thrilled to announce that award-winning conductor Riccardo Muti, the music director of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, is supporting the musicians of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra."

Local 802 response to the riot at the U.S. Capitol

"As musicians, our response to the violent riot this week at the U.S. Capitol building is direct and comes from our heart and soul..."

Local 802 statement on the outsourcing of musicians for the Metropolitan Opera’s New Year’s Eve gala

“It is artistic malpractice and unacceptable that non-Met musicians are being hired to perform under the banner of the Metropolitan Opera..."

Local 802 statement on the lockout of union stagehands by the Metropolitan Opera

"Local 802 denounces the lockout by the Metropolitan Opera of the stagehands of IATSE Local 1...."

Local 802 launches #SaveNYCMusicians

Campaign is dedicated to helping NYC musicians survive this critical time.

Local 802 President Adam Krauthamer’s statement in response to the announcement by the Broadway League of continued suspension of all ticket sales for Broadway performances in NYC through May 30, 2021

"Our union is committed to helping our members survive this tough time..."