NYC’s Local 802 Names New President

The NYC Musician’s Union Local 802 has announced that Robert Suttmann will be its next president starting on Jan. 1, 2025. Suttmann is a trombonist and takes over for Sara Cutler, who led the union since August 2023. He has played over 95 Broadway musicals and worked for many headliners in Atlantic City casinos. He has also served on the {…}

Nov 3, 2024

NYC Musicians’ Union AFM Local 802 Wins Major Communications Prizes

The International Labor Communications Association presented the NYC musician’s union AFM Local 802 with several first place awards. AFM Local 802 received the top prize in the country for its monthly newsletter, “Allegro.” The newsletter is read by professional musicians across NYC and beyond, and by many producers and employers. The union also won first place for best labor electronic {…}