Bob Suttmann

Broadway Musicians Union Local 802 Ratifies New Three-Year Contract
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2025

Broadway musicians represented by AFM Local 802 have ratified a new three-year contract, retroactive to September 1, 2025, following an overwhelming “yes” vote.

AFM Local 802 Reaches Tentative Agreement with the Broadway League
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2025

AFM Local 802 has reached a tentative agreement with the Broadway League. The tentative deal includes wage increases and contribution increases to the health fund. Learn more aboutt he agreement here!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 22, 2025- HAMILTON Tops the Grosses and More
by - Oct 22, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 22, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

AFM Local 802 Prepared to 'Strike Immediately' If Contract Isn't Reached By Thursday
by Stephi Wild - Oct 21, 2025

AFM Local 802, the union representing Broadway musicians, has released a statement from Local 802 President Bob Suttmann, noting that they are prepared to strike immediately if a new contract isn't reached by Thursday.

Broadway Musicians Vote Yes On Strike If Deal Not Reached
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 13, 2025

Broadway musicians of AFM Local 802 have voted to authorize a strike if needed, as it is currently in contract talks with the Broadway League. Learn more here!

Broadway Actors and Musicians Prepare for a Strike; Negotiations Set to Continue Next Week
by Sidney Paterra - Oct 10, 2025

The Broadway production contract has officially expired, leaving both Actors Equity Association (actors) and Local 802 (Broadway musicians) in heated negotiations with the Broadway League for a fair working contract. Find out all of the latest!

Broadway Musicians Begin Vote to Authorize Strike if Necessary
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2025

The Broadway musicians of AFM Local 802 have begun voting to authorize a strike if necessary as the Broadway League continues to demand what is deemed as unacceptable wages and reduced jobs and benefits in the current contract talks. 

AFM Local 802 Union President Decries Trump Termination Of NEA Grants
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2025

Musicians union AFM Local 802 President Bob Suttmann has issued a statement following the news that the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) is cancelling grants following President Trump's attempt to eliminate the NEA: 

Local 802 Musicians Union to Welcome Bob Suttmann as President
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 13, 2024

The New York City musicians’ union (AFM Local 802) has elected Bob Suttmann as President. Learn more about Suttmann and the position!