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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

Nandini Gupta

Nandini Gupta, Features Staff

Nandini Gupta is a sophomore studying journalism and dramatic literature. You can find her geeking out about BTS (she’s Jimin biased) whenever she’s not writing novels and plays and making YouTube videos. Find her on Instagram and Twitter @nandinig26.

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An illustration of a theater with red curtains drawn and a pair of two white actors on stage. Silhouettes of figures seated in the audience are in the foreground.

Flipping the script: Diversifying American show business

Racism in the theater industry propelled these NYU professors and students to find their footing in the field.
Nandini Gupta, Contributing Writer October 24, 2022

Institutional racism sits at every level of American theater, with limited opportunities for people of color to flourish in the industry and make their mark. Moreover, as a massive...