Musicians are currently paid $600 per week in strike pay, an amount that goes up to $900 per week if the strike continues. Musicians are not, however, paid during the hiatus. Some of them are taking on other jobs in order to get by.
According to the Gazette, the musicians' association is currently looking at a counter-offer made by management last week.
Lileana Blain-Cruz directs the new production, opening April 23.
The Cuban-born composer is this season's Debs Composer's Chair.
The cast is led by Bryonha Marie and Nathan Gunn, with Tony winner Ted Sperling at the baton.
The season, opening September 21, will include 58 ballets across 21 weeks of performances.
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