Why is a Broadway musical getting sued? | How the Ciara Renée WANTED lawsuit might impact theatre

The new musical WANTED (formerly titled Gun & Powder) is being sued by the actress Ciara Renée before it has even arrived on Broadway.

Renée, who starred in the pre-Broadway production of the show at Paper Mill Playhouse, alleges that she has been recast for the upcoming transfer, while the p

musical's producers allege that she failed to effectively collaborate and take direction during the developmental run.

Share your thoughts below as I talk through this case, the prior examples it echoes and the implications it has for Broadway as we consider what rights performers have to the shows they help to develop...

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00:00 | introduction

01:46 | who is involved

07:17 | lawsuit details

13:46 | summary / thoughts

17:56 | do actors deserve better?

24:10 | prior examples

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