playwrights to address racial and cultural diversity
I would like playwrights to address racial and cultural diversity and empower the underrepresented groups such as women and some minorities in our 21st-century stages. For instance, the creation of feminists and gay and lesbian theatres led to uprising leading to the formation of gay rights movements before the early 1960s. I believe that this selection of modifications and casting guided by principles of diversity would be significant positive steps towards achieving complete inclusivity and diversity in American theatres. The contemporary playwrights should follow in Lynn Nottage’s footsteps, which are depicted as an outstanding example of theatrical diversity. While most people in the United States are white, vast segments of people of color are actually in the minority. Though there is their representation in the media, it has been massively impeded in our history. White performers used the exaggerated stereotype accents and unnecessarily offensive makeup to represent minority backgrounds. All forms of diversity in theatres can break down barriers and bring forth societal breakthroughs. It would do so much not just for African Americans, but also for every other ethnic group and race.
Expanding the cultural power of young audiences is one of the contemporary methods used to engage audiences. This provides the foundations for their upcoming session as a lifetime member of the audience in the theatres. Secondly, The early African Societies had many traditional performances of realism connected with celebrations and traditions, using songs, and dance routines. As a result, through appreciation of their cultural traditions, viewers would develop a sense of inclusion and participation. Additionally, the Portuguese-speaking African countries had their theatrical performances focused on raising the social cognition of their culture and audiences, and this was a form of audience engagement.