A theatre organization in CA is facing backlash today over its response to criticism of the lack of diversity in its upcoming production of Elf: The Musical.
Broadway at Music Circus in Sacramento had been called out for their seemingly all-white ensemble of the Christmas-themed show that takes place in New York City. In response, their President and CEO suggested that it was the industry’s fault for not training BIPOC performers enough to meet their theatre’s standards.
Actor Victoria Price first called the notice of the lack of diversity in this cast on her TikTok…