The Tony Awards?
Progress towards diversity in Broadway is happening at a snail's pace, both on stage and behind the scenes. The hope is for the Great White Way to eventually be known as the Great All Way, but despite some victories for people of color, it still falls short of true representation. This is not to say that talent is lacking among diverse individuals. The real issue seems to lie with the gatekeepers who are intent on maintaining an exclusive club, which is truly disheartening.
The barriers and obstacles that individuals of color face in the industry, whether trying to write, design, act, dance, or invest, are numerous and almost insurmountable. When will there be equal opportunities for everyone in Broadway, television, and film? It is now 2024, and we are still celebrating "first black" achievements. While these milestones are important, it is disheartening that in this day and age, we are still highlighting them. America, and Broadway in particular, should be beyond this by now.
We must strive to do and be better. Shame on you, Broadway. Shame on you.
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER | FRACTIONAL COO | GLOBAL BUSINESS CONSULTANT | FAMILY BUSINESS EXPERT | GLOBAL BUSINESS TRADE EXPERT
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