How We Got Here
The scourge of abuse and harassment in the theatre has forced us to reconsider the way we cover our field.
Abuse, harassment, and sexism in the theatre were problems long before the current #MeToo movement shone a bright new light on them. But now that the light is switched on and many of these practices have been exposed, the questions remain: How did these problems persist for so long, and what is being done to solve them? The stories in this package look at one of the most painful systemic issues in our field and our culture, and try to point the way forward.
The scourge of abuse and harassment in the theatre has forced us to reconsider the way we cover our field.
How 3 large U.S. theatres have dealt with allegations of sexual misconduct, abuse, and/or sexist cultures.
Six people who came forward with stories of harassment at the theatre, and where they are now.
How my reporting on one man’s abuse got tangled up with my own grief.
How can we help equip Actors’ Equity to prevent and punish harassment in our theatrical workplace?
Who are you gonna call? Here’s a partial list of places to look for help if you’ve been abused, harassed, or assaulted.