10/08/2026
AGMA and the Dayton Performing Arts Alliance (DPAA), which includes Dayton Ballet, today jointly announced the first collective bargaining agreement covering Dayton Ballet dancers. The agreement was reached on September 30 and was ratified by AGMA leadership on October 7. Announcement: https://www.musicalartists.org/first-collective-bargaining-agreement-for-dayton-ballet-dancers/
“Announcing our first union contract is an incredible milestone for the Dayton Ballet dancers,” said the Dancers of the AGMA Negotiating Committee. “This agreement reflects the strength of standing together and our steadfast commitment to building a stronger future for ourselves and for all who come after us. We’re proud of what we’ve accomplished together.”
“The dancers of Dayton Ballet bring extraordinary commitment, discipline and artistry to their work, and their wellbeing is fundamental to the strength of the company,” said Patrick Nugent, President and CEO of the Dayton Performing Arts Alliance. “This agreement reflects priorities we share: fair compensation, support for dancers’ health and wellbeing, and opportunities to build greater financial security for the future. We are grateful for the thoughtful and professional way the dancers and AGMA approached these negotiations and pleased to move forward together.”
“The dancers should be incredibly proud of the work they put into reaching this first agreement. They approached negotiations with a clear sense of what they wanted to accomplish for themselves and their colleagues, and their continued commitment throughout the process made all the difference,” said AGMA Regional Director Eric Ferring. “We also appreciate management’s willingness to engage in challenging conversations with openness and a shared commitment to collaborative problem-solving, even when the discussions were difficult. This is a strong first contract we can all celebrate!”
Dayton Ballet’s 2026-2027 Season opens October 24 with A Midsummer Night’s Dream & Force Flux.
