UNION NEWS

It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Vice-President David Gersten. He was a strong union leader, an advocate for all our members, and a friend to so many. May David’s memory be a blessing. David Gersten , Vice-President of ATPAM, the Association of Theatrical Press Agents & Managers (IATSE Local 18032), died on April 6, 2026 after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. A member since 1997 and Board member since 2001, Gersten also served as Pension Fun

It is with great sadness that I inform you that ATPAM Past President Peter H. Russell passed away on March 1, 2026, at the age of 86. Peter came into membership in 1964. Peter, who was in the Manager chapter working as both a Company and Theater Manager, served as Vice-President of the Union from 1990 to 1993 and was elected to the Presidency in the 1993. He served until 1995. Those were significant years in the history of this Union. Board Member Emerita and former ATPAM Pre

It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Harry Teter, Jr. Harry was born on December 24, 1940, and was 85 years old. He came into membership in 1983. While I knew Harry from my touring days and was so happy to see him on recent visits to Washington, I asked his longtime colleague and friend, DC Steward Guy Jordin Heard to share his thoughts on Harry’s life and work. He was a friend to all of us who performed at the National Theatre. May his memory be a bl

It’s rare when we get to shine in the spotlight, but ATPAM members, TAKE A BOW!!We are very proud to say that for the fifth (!) year in a...