Playbill: Additional performers and surprise appearances have been revealed for Black Theatre United (BTU)'s fourth annual gala. Set for October 5 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom, this year's theme is "Work To Do," highlighting the support necessary to build and occupy spaces that have been carved out for Black and brown artists in the American theatre.
2 comments:
After reading this article, I want to research Black Theatre United and learn more about the gala and the organization's work. This past summer, I had the privilege of participating in the International Black Theatre Festival, an incredible collection of theater from Black Theatre companies all across the country. Although I didn’t get to see many shows other than the one I was working on, the few shows that I did see were incredible and so informative. However, if I didn't have the International Black Theater Festival happening in my hometown every two years, I doubt I would have had much exposure to Black Theater at all. I can’t speak for other people, but I know that we didn’t learn about it in school, and I think that my school wasn’t the only one omitting such an important part of theater history from its curriculum. I hope that organizations like Black Theater United and events like the gala will bring attention to Black theater and give it the spotlight it deserves.
I thought this was really interesting! I had never heard of Black Theatre United, or of their annual galas, but I think they’re doing really important work. Their goal is to provide access, recognition, and opportunities for black and brown artists; this year, the goal of the gala is meant to highlight the support that’s necessary to create a space for black artists. While, unfortunately, I can’t say I’ve heard of many of the guest artists, I think that the work they’re doing is incredibly important, and I think the gala will be an absolute joy for people to attend or view! Overall, I think I would like to try and learn more about Black Theatre United, as well as their mission and the history of their organization; I think that they’re doing really important work, and, especially in today’s political climate, I think it’s really crucial to be able to uplift art and artists everywhere.
Post a Comment