The Big Picture
A white male composer has filed a lawsuit against the Broadway production of 'Wicked' and two associated nonprofits. The lawsuit alleges that the composer was denied a Broadway apprenticeship specifically because he is a white man. The suit claims this decision was based on his race and gender.
Key Facts
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A white male composer is suing 'Wicked' and two nonprofits.
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The composer alleges he was denied a Broadway apprenticeship.
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The lawsuit claims the denial was due to his race and gender.
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The plaintiff states he was discriminated against because he is a white man.
How Media Is Covering This
1 articleNYC composer allegedly cheated out of ‘Wicked’ Broadway gig because he’s a white man: lawsuit
Read moreWhy It Matters
The plaintiff claims that the decision to deny him the apprenticeship was a direct result of his race and gender. He asserts that he was discriminated against because he is a white man.
The lawsuit seeks to address what the composer perceives as discriminatory hiring practices within the context of the 'Wicked' Broadway production and its affiliated nonprofits.
