BLACK HISTORY MONTH-Innovative Musical Contributions: Shows From "The Edge"
BLACK HISTORY MONTH-Innovative Musical Contributions: Shows From "The Edge"
By EllaRose Chary on February 28, 2012



Both CAROLINE, OR CHANGE and THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS show how musical theater can be an important cultural tool for both connecting to historical events and relating their implications to the present day. All of the shows in MTI’s Theatre on the Edge collection share this kind of resonance in one way or another. Musicals in the Theatre on the Edge collection have garnered a staggering amount of awards and critical acclaim – indicative of these pieces' importance. While it may be speculated that musicals are created with soul purpose to entertain, the pieces in the Theatre on the Edge Collection not only do that, but goes beyond the spectrum of entertainment to demonstrate a boldness and artistic integrity that massively affects those touched by them.
Not only during Black History Month, but in every month throughout the year, it is our hope as artists to grow and change for the better. To share stories of individuals like those responsible for social improvement in this country is our gift. Though it may pale in comparison to what those crusaders for equality gave us, we will continue sharing with all of our being - not with hopes of rewards, but that one day those warriors may hear us saying,
"Thank you."
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