BPO President and Executive Director Dan Hart came on stage along with Music Director JoAnn Falletta for a heartfelt announcement that after over 40 years, stagehand Charlie Gill was going to retire.

Source: https://www.buffalorising.com/2023/06/something-old-something-new-something-borrowed-something-blue-bpo-concert-will-repeat-sunday-at-230/

They’re also seeking equitable working conditions by setting consistent minimum standards for breaks and work hours to compensate for the physical demands and highly irregular schedules associated with tech and stagehand jobs.

Source: https://littlevillagemag.com/letter-to-the-editor-the-stage-is-being-set-for-a-worker-centered-arts-scene/