This is an ongoing argument, and I do not know that there is a right answer.. depending on what side of the tracks you are standing on.
Mr. Pinball, as far as your bathroom situation. Been there done that, and I totally feel you. But rest assuared, once you are in your audition, they will allow you to pee.
I have been on both equity and non equity tours. This does not make me an expert on the situation, but I do have an opinion. I will say that the non-eq tours that I have been on, I was treated like a GOD. The producers did everything in their power to make sure that we were taken care of. Within reason. Offering us comps so family and friends could see us cheaper, ect...We always stayed in nice hotels, and did not always fly. We never drove more than 5 hrs. All and all we were taken care of.
On the flip side, my equity tour was a lil different. Now, I did not expect to be treated like gold, I was in for a rude awakening.
There were no comps, per diems were cheaper, hotels were not as nice, and the theatres were not up to par with the theatres on the non eq tours. It was my understanding that the theatres just did not care about us. Not that they have to, but it is always a great working enviroment when you know someone cares. We were however paid more, and health insurance and other things were included. The actors also led much to the imagination. They were bitter and had obviously forgotten why they were there. I have done other EQ shows that have been wonderful experiences.
The union I have to say works for its members, the producers however do not. To some, you are the gift that makes thier show a success, to others, you can be replaced by someone who will work for less and harder. It is a toss up.
As far as the Millie tour goes, you will not be unsatisfied. It is a wonderful production and the actors are fantastic. They have been treated well, and work hard for it.
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