Posted: 5/9/21 at 3:17pm
JayElle said: "SouthernCakes said: "Agreed. I’d thinks 2 POC actors in high profile roles on Broadway is already a pretty great start so... what’s the change they want..."
A pretty good start? Why in 2021 are we only at a "pretty good start?" I'd suggest that many actors who are POC would find that statement rather offensive.
How about a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment? How about proper salaries for all?
Ray Charles was sued when he refused to play at a segregated southern concert. The Beatles also refused to play Jacksonville to a segregated venue. Hugh Jackman & Sutton Foster threatened to quit unless changes were made. Change happens when all make a stand.
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Totally! Maybe a poor choice of words. But I’m sure both are getting paid VERY well. Again, if you want to talk about front of house, etc we can but actors on Broadway are getting paid pretty dang well compared to the rest of the staff. And the stagehands are making a mint.
and yes I agree about an inclusive environment but what examples have their been that Broadway hasn’t provided that already?
