As previously reported, New York’s Broadway Union of Musicians complained about the possible use of pre-recorded tracks in the David Byrne-Fatboy Slim musical Here Lies Love.
With the play about to start on June 17, 2023, New York Times reports, Here Lies Love has reached a deal to use 12 musicians in this production of the show.
The producers issued the following statement:
“On behalf of our entire cast, company, and creative team, we have reached an agreement with Musicians Union Local 802, per the collective bargaining agreement. We look forward to welcoming audiences to experience the revolutionary musical experience that is Here Lies Love at the Broadway Theater beginning on Saturday, June 17.”
The union also issued a statement:
“After negotiation, we have reached an agreement that will bring live music to Here Lies Love with the inclusion of 12 musicians in the show. Broadway is a very special place with the best musicians and performances in the world, and we are glad this agreement honors that tradition.”
Three of the musicians will be members of the cast. The agreement marks a big change from earlier in the conflict, when union spokesman Eric Koch told the press, “Rather than negotiate, David Byrne is trying to break the union.”
