Workers at Casa Bonita, the Colorado restaurant owned by South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, are continuing a labour dispute centred on workplace safety, wages and contract negotiations.

The performers, represented by the Actors’ Equity Association, say they have spent more than a year bargaining for a first collective agreement but have made little progress.

They allege that management has failed to adequately address safety concerns, particularly for performers such as cliff divers and other entertainers who face physical risks as part of their jobs.

Employees also argue that many performers earn less than other restaurant staff despite playing a key role in the venue's attraction and that they are excluded from sharing in customer tips.

Actress Brooke Shields, who serves as president of the Actors’ Equity Association, has publicly supported the workers by visiting the restaurant and urging management to negotiate a fair contract.

Union representatives say the dispute also involves scheduling issues, stronger workplace protections and improved compensation, while management has largely declined to comment publicly, citing ongoing labour negotiations.

The conflict follows previous strikes and unfair labour practice allegations, with workers maintaining that the restaurant's owners have the financial resources to meet their demands.

The dispute has become a high-profile example of broader conversations about fair pay, safe working conditions and collective bargaining within the entertainment and hospitality industries.