If you worked for Studio One Theaters at any time since the theater opened in late 2018, you may be eligible for a payment from a class action settlement over alleged tip pooling and wage practices.
Most eligible employees do not need to file a claim. If you’re included in the settlement, your payment will be mailed automatically. Just make sure your mailing address is up to date.
Why this lawsuit exists?
The lawsuit alleged that VCE Theaters LLC, doing business as Studio One Theaters, violated wage-and-hour laws by including managers and supervisors in employee tip pools.
The case also included claims related to wage practices.
Who qualifies?
You may be included in the settlement if all of the following apply:
- You worked for VCE Theaters LLC d/b/a Studio One Theaters between the theater’s opening in late 2018 and April 9, 2026.
- You received a paycheck during a pay period in which you participated in a tip pool that included managers, supervisors, or other statutory employers.
- You did not work exclusively in positions identified as “hourly manager” or “lead” in Studio One’s Ready Theater Systems records.
There are two groups of eligible employees:
- Class Members – Eligible current and former employees who meet the settlement criteria.
- Collective Members – Employees who timely opted into the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) collective action and did not withdraw from the lawsuit.
How much can you receive?
The settlement provides two payment levels:
- Class Members: $138.00
- Collective Members (FLSA opt-ins): $276.01
Collective Members receive a larger payment because they receive two settlement shares, one as a Class Member and one as a Collective Member.
Payments will come from the $280,000 settlement fund, after court-approved attorneys’ fees, expenses, administration costs, and service awards are deducted.
Your options
| Your Option | What It Means | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Receive Your Payment Automatically | No claim form is required. If you’re an eligible class member, a settlement check will be mailed to you. | No action required |
| Update Your Address | If you’ve moved since working at Studio One Theaters, update your mailing address to help ensure your settlement check reaches you. | As soon as possible |
| Opt Out | Exclude yourself from the settlement if you do not want to participate. | July 21, 2026 |
| Object | Tell the Court why you disagree with the settlement. | July 21, 2026 |
How to file a claim?
You do not need to submit a claim form.
- If you qualify, the Settlement Administrator will automatically mail your settlement check using the address on file.
- If your mailing address has changed since your employment with Studio One Theaters, you should update your address through the settlement website to help ensure your payment is delivered.
Settlement checks are expected to be mailed approximately 60 days after the Court grants final approval of the settlement.
If you worked at Studio One Theaters during the covered period and participated in the qualifying tip pool, check whether you’re included in the settlement and make sure your mailing address is current so you don’t miss your payment.
