...And I just have to wonder what kind of deal NBC and David Ian made with Actor's Equity in regards to having AEA members being featured on this program. And now that they've chosen the final 12... And what happens if the winner is not already a member of Equity? I'm sure they'll be required to join the union, but will they cover the fees and dues? Or will NBC and David Ian foot the bill?
And what about the actors and actresses who have made it to the final 12 who are already members of Equity? ...I have to say, knowing just how much work, practice, blood and sweat goes into getting an Equity card nowadays, it sort of feels "wrong" that they would put themselves through this process. -And if a non-Equity member happens to win the contest, it would just diminish all the hard work the others have done.
-Or something like that.