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Equity is pleased to announce the launch of a revised Dance • Opera • Theatre (DOT) Engagement Policy, the new terms coming into effect August 4, 2025.

After a thorough review process, a number of amendments have been made to significantly improve working conditions for members under the DOT, including: The DOT Engagement Policy includes minimum fees and other provisions for non-standard, small-scale engagements in dance, opera, and theatre, in addition to Equity members working at educational institutions.

• New language about the Engager's responsibility for safe workspaces, and a requirement for the first day statement to be read again once the production moves to the venue/theatre
• New language regarding the provision of a detailed schedule for each week
• New provisions for the engagement of Directors and Choreographers
• Additions to the provisions for Stage Fighting and Onstage Intimacy
• Clarification on minimum compensation for Artists providing services as Dance Captain, Fight Captain and/or Intimacy Captain
• Clarification that an Engager may not audition solely by video submission
• Added language addressing air quality
• Expanded language in the requirements for dressing rooms
• Clarification about payment process for Artists working at educational institutions
• Added language addressing an Engager's option to extend
• New provisions for Artists who drive on tour
• Additional rehearsal time after opening for shows on tour and in Rep
• Additional extended days in tech week for shows in Rep

Increases to fees under the DOT were previously announced and have been in effect since January 6, 2025.

Click here to download the new DOT.

For more information on the DOT, please contact Ruth Leggett, Business Representative Manager – Ballet, Opera & Federal Agreements, and Engagement Policies.