By Bailey H.R. No. 121
76R5295 JHS-D
R E S O L U T I O N
1-1 WHEREAS, On February 23, 1999, the International Alliance of
1-2 Theatrical Stage Employees Local 51 will host "A Centennial
1-3 Celebration," which will mark the 100th anniversary of this
1-4 esteemed organization; and
1-5 WHEREAS, Local 51 is an offshoot of the original local
1-6 chapter of the Galveston-Houston Theatrical Stage Employees
1-7 Protective Union, which was chartered on May 1, 1899; today, the
1-8 local comprises more than 400 dynamic and talented individuals and
1-9 is the only stage crafts union in Harris County; and
1-10 WHEREAS, An integral component of the Houston arts scene,
1-11 Local 51 enjoys longtime associations with such venerable
1-12 organizations as the Houston Symphony Society, the Houston Ballet,
1-13 and the Houston Grand Opera; and
1-14 WHEREAS, The proud members of Local 51 work diligently behind
1-15 the scenes during conventions, exhibitions, and artistic
1-16 performances; the 1992 Republican National Convention and the world
1-17 premiere of "Jekyll & Hyde" are just two examples of the broad
1-18 range of productions supported by these dedicated individuals; and
1-19 WHEREAS, For the past century, the International Alliance of
1-20 Theatrical Stage Employees Local 51 has served Houston and Harris
1-21 County with the utmost distinction, and it is indeed a privilege to
1-22 commemorate the 100 years of enthusiastic service provided by the
1-23 members of this superlative organization; now, therefore, be it
1-24 RESOLVED, That the members of the International Alliance of
2-1 Theatrical Stage Employees Local 51 be recognized on the occasion
2-2 of that organization's 100th anniversary and that they be extended
2-3 warmest best wishes for a successful and memorable event.