Equity
Also called british actors' equity
Equity is the trade union for performers and other creative workers in the UK, representing actors, stage managers, directors, designers and audio artists.
It negotiates minimum terms with employers and publishes guidance on auditions, self-tapes and contracts.
UK and US usage
In the UK, Equity is one union covering stage, screen and audio work. In the US, stage actors and stage managers belong to Actors' Equity Association (AEA), and screen performers to SAG-AFTRA.
Last updated 4 Oct 2026
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