EXCLUSIVE: More than 50 of the biggest names on Broadway, including actors, directors, producers, writers and more, are organizing to support Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the 2024 presidential election.
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The volunteer coalition Broadway For Harris will work to get Harris, Walz and Democratic candidates on the lower ballots in November. The organization plans to increase voter participation in key swing districts, host fundraising events featuring the talents of the Broadway community and “work together to build a brighter, more hopeful and equitable future for the country under the historic leadership of Kamala Harris and Tim Walz.”
Those who have joined the initial organizing committee include Adrienne Warren, Alex Edelman, Audra McDonald, Billy Porter, George C. Wolfe, Idina Menzel, Jeremy O. Harris, LaChanze, Lin-Manuel Miranda, John Leguizamo, Sara Bareilles, Sarah Paulson, Shaina Taub, and Tony Kushner. (See below for the full list as of August 19.)
The committee of more than 50 industry leaders, including current and former Broadway performers, producers, writers, directors, choreographers and marketing specialists, is calling on the theater community and fans to volunteer for activities such as phone outreach, campaigning, social media activities and special fundraising events.