Actors Organize

Discover the rich history of American actors' efforts to unionize in the groundbreaking book Actors Organize by Kerry Segrave. Published by McFarland & Co Inc in 2007, this insightful paperback spans 215 pages and delves into the formation and evolution of two significant unions: the White Rats Actors' Union of America and the Actors' Equity Association. Segrave meticulously chronicles the pivotal roles played by influential union leaders Harry Mountford and Francis Wilson during a transformative period in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the intersection of performing arts and labor relations, particularly in the context of the First World War and the broader cultural shifts of the era. Enhance your understanding of the challenges and triumphs faced by actors as they sought to secure their rights and improve working conditions in the entertainment industry.