Contract Basis
This is what regional theatre has and commercial theatres do not.
What is a season
This determines the pay scale in LORT theaters, with letters ranging from A+ to D, including specific considerations for musical performances.
What is the LORT tier system?
This type of contract is used by professional regional theaters affiliated with the Actors’ Equity Association for musical theater productions.
What is the LORT (League of Resident Theatres) contract?
This is the daily allowance given to musical theater performers on tour or working in regional theaters to cover meals and expenses.
What is per diem?
This contract type is commonly used for Broadway and national tours, offering higher pay and benefits compared to regional contracts.
What is the Production Contract?
What does LORT stand for ?
What is the League Of Regional Theatre
This type of housing is often provided to out-of-town actors in regional theaters.
What is company-provided housing or a stipend for accommodations
This is a work day where 7 hours you’re working and 1 hour you are on break
What is a 7 out of 8
Per diem rates vary based on these two key factors, which determine the cost of living in a given location
What are city size and cost of living index?
This is the main difference between Equity and Non-Equity contracts regarding pay and benefits for musical theater performers.
What is union protection, minimum salaries, and benefits like health and pension for Equity actors?
The minimum weekly salary for a musical theater performer working under an Equity LORT D contract.
What is $750 per week? (Note: Actual rates may vary, check the latest Equity agreement.)