“As a society, we need to hold the abusers accountable for their actions, both legally and making it as socially reprehensible as cigarette smoking. While we strive for that more perfect union, keep these signs in mind to help protect yourself from future abuse.”
Read More“If there are Trump-supporting performers on Broadway, you’ll probably never know who they are. Until possibly now.”
Read More“At the end of the day, people are filming because they love theatre and want to relive it. It’s well-intentioned but it can’t be tolerated, it’s too distracting.”
Read More“This past week, Disney and Lin-Manuel Miranda both tweeted out the announcement that the Hamilton would be coming to movie theaters starring the “Original Broadway Cast” in 2021. Except both were wrong. It will be missing Betsy Struxness. And she’s letting us all know she's not happy about it.”
Read More“With the added attention to the Amar Ramasar controversy, there have been a lot of inaccuracies being thrown around about what was actually happening and a lot of dumb comments. It’s time to clear the record and correct some opinions.”
Read More“For whatever reason, this industry loves to welcome back its abusers with open arms. Imagine if something that you loved just refused to fall out of love with those who abuse others.”
Read MoreThe second protest of Amar Ramasar’s casting in ‘West Side Story’ is set for Jan 31st. Now, a NYCB dancer and longtime girlfriend of Mr. Ramasar has released a statement to defend him and provide information regarding the situation.
Read MoreIn 2018, Producer Barry Diller voiced his support for the “#metoo” movement. Has his tune changed with the controversy over Amar Ramasar’s casting in his production of '“West Side Story”?
Read MoreBefore last night’s performance of the Broadway revival of West Side Story, a group of about a dozen protesters gathered outside to peacefully voice their outrage over the casting of Amar Ramasar in the show. And their display did not go unnoticed.
Read MoreWhile I will not go see the show, those who have told me that rather than doing individual curtain call bows, the cast of the revival of West Side Story is bowing as one big ensemble. Now, this could be for a number of reasons. But for me, the reason why they’re doing this is to protect Amar Ramasar.
Read MoreFor many Broadway fans, this weekend is their Super Bowl. Yes, BroadwayCon is exploding in New York City at the Midtown Hilton where fans from all over the world will converge for three days of theatre heaven. So for people coming for the first time, what are some tips to help navigate the convention to get your money’s worth?
Read MoreAviva Sokolow-Shahar unassuming front does not pay homage to the powerhouse within. A Broadway influencer with an account called “Humans of Broadway,” with more than 65,200 followers and an activist for improvement in the theater community and an orthodox Jew.
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