Broadway's Diverse Revolution: 'Oh, Mary!' & More

0:00On March 8th, here's the latest in entertainment and celebrity news. Broadway's Tony-winning comedy, O-Mary, is shaking up the great white way with his wild take on Mary Todd Lincoln as a boozy cabaret dreamer. Cole Escalas play stars a rotating cast of actors from all backgrounds playing American icons, including recent turns by John Cameron Mitchell as, Mary and Simulou as her acting coach. This comes amid a season where shows tackle big issues like government plots and bug, media hype and dog day after noon, and the American dreams. Dark Side, in revivals like Death of a Salesman, musical theater has always captured the nation's mood from early 20th century pioneers to today's diverse lineup. Stars reflect on the progress. 80-year-old André de Chille's returns in Cats, The Jellicle Ball, recalling how Black audience has saved the whiz back in the 1970s. Debbie Allen, directing Joe Turner's Come and Gone, remembers facing racism in auditions

1:00but landing roles in hits like Raisin. Meanwhile, Simulou says growing up, theater felt out of reach for immigrants like him but now shows celebrate differences, even with high cost, 20 to 30 million dollars for new musicals. Actors push for change through queer ballroom vibes and cats and bold, revivals. Looking ahead, Broadway stays a mirror to America, blending love, protest and fresh voices. Productions like these prove diversity isn't just welcome, it's the revolution keeping the lights on. This story is made possible by our sponsor. It looks like a pillow, it sounds like headphones, bill for comfort and sound. S-O-L-I-S-O-L-Pillow.com