Tag: Broadway diversity
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Sherri Shepherd makes Broadway history as the first woman to play the Genie in Aladdin. Learn how she’s inspiring young girls and preparing for this dream role.
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Lencia Kebede makes Broadway history as the first Black woman to play Elphaba full-time in Wicked, bringing new power, depth, and representation to the beloved role.
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Broadway’s first all-Black cast of Cabaret, led by Billy Porter, Marisha Wallace, and Calvin Leon Smith, redefined the story before its early closing.
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The amazing story of Audra McDonald, the first African-American to play Carrie Pepperidge on Broadway. Explore her groundbreaking performance, Tony Award wins, and her enduring influence on Broadway’s diversity and inclusivity.
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