Will Broadway go on strike? Here's a list of the shows affected

The lights of Broadway could soon be dimming if ongoing contract negotiations fall through

The lights of Broadway could soon be dimming if ongoing contract negotiations fall through.

New York City’s Theater District is usually jam-packed with locals and tourists alike stepping out for a night on the town. But the musicians behind all your favorite Broadway productions are considering going on strike in the near future.

What are musicians seeking in a new contract and when could a potential strike occur? Here’s all the essential info.

Local 802 AFM is the union that represents thousands of professional musicians in New York City, including Broadway performers.

On Oct. 21, the union posted an update on its website announcing Broadway musicians’ “intent to ‘strike immediately’” if their efforts to obtain a new contract are not achieved by the morning of Thursday, Oct. 23.