By Author : WGAE
New York Extends COBRA Subsidy
The New York Legislature and the Governor have agreed to extend the COBRA Subsidy to March 31, 2011.
THERESA REBECK: “THREE GIRLS AND THEIR BROTHER”
Screenwriter Theresa Rebeck has published her first novel.
2008 PEABODY AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED
Writers Guild of America, East members are among the 35 recipients of this year's Peabody Awards. The list of winners includes: The Colbert Report, 30 Rock, and CBS News Sunday Morning: The Way Home.
BERNARDO RUIZ: “AMERICAN EXPERIENCE” ON ROBERTO CLEMENTE
Independent filmmaker Bernardo Ruiz's documentary Roberto Clemente will premier on PBS's American Experience on Monday, April 21, 2008.
WGAE Files Arbitrations Citing Strike Termination Agreement Violations
Cases charge ABC and Corday Productions with retaining replacement workers instead of allowing previously striking writers to return to their jobs.
WGA 2008 Theatrical and Television Basic Agreement
Read the Schedule of Minimums established in the 2008 Theatrical and Television Basic Agreement. If you have any questions regarding to the application of these provisions or minimums, or regarding interpretation of the Basic Agreement, contact the WGAE. more>
THE STRIKE IN PICTURES
The strike is over, but the images and pictures remain. Visit the WGAE’s photo gallery of photos from key events and pickets. more>
WGAE Celebrates Its Contracts and Members
WGAE members celebrated their hard work and solidarity that resulted in new contracts. See some of the photos from the celebration here. more>
CONTRACT 2007/8 AND STRIKE RECAP
Writers are back at work after the 100-day strike. Background information on the strike and its issues, as well as the archive of strike-related videos and articles are found here. If you have any questions regarding the contract, strike, your return to work, or other related issues, we’re here to help. Email: mbaissues@wgaeast.org or call the WGAE at 212-767-7800. more>
2008 Writers Guild Awards Winners
The 2008 Writers Guild Awards recognized outstanding achievement in writing for screen, television, documentary, radio, promotion, and videogames during 2007. This year’s awards marked the 60th Anniversary of the annual awards. more>