Broadway has always been a place where stories bring people together. Whether through music, drama, or dance, theater has the unique ability to spark conversation, create empathy, and inspire action. Broadway for Democracy builds on this tradition, using the arts to encourage one of the most important forms of participation in our civic life: voting.
Theater has long played a role in reflecting society back to itself, reminding audiences of both shared challenges and shared values. From timeless classics to modern productions, Broadway stories invite us to see the world through someone else’s eyes and to imagine a future shaped by collective effort.
Broadway for Democracy believes that the same energy that moves people in a theater can also motivate them to take part in civic life. By linking the inspiration of performance with the practical step of voting, the initiative encourages audiences to not only applaud but also act.
At its core, Broadway for Democracy is not about politics, but participation. While the Broadway community has hisbtorically leaned left in its advocacy, our organization is committed to remaining nonpartisan, focused on ensuring that more voices are heard in local and national elections. The goal is simple: to remind people that their role in democracy matters, no matter who they support.
Through concerts, fundraisers, school partnerships and community events, Broadway for Democracy creates opportunities year-round for people to connect art with action. The movement carries forward the tradition of Broadway as both a cultural touchstone and a space where individuals are inspired to play their part in shaping the future.
