Black Theatre United release new inspiring video and song “STAND FOR CHANGE”

Black Theatre United (BTU) has released a new song and video ‘Stand for Change’, in partnership with the Republic Records Action Committee (R2AC).

Thirteen acclaimed and award-winning Broadway veterans bring the powerful and emotional song to life, including BTU founding members Vanessa Williams, Billy Porter, Audra McDonald, Darius de Haas, Norm Lewis, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Lillias White, Allyson Tucker, Michael McElroy, NaTasha Yvette Williams, LaChanze, Wendell Pierce, and Capathia Jenkins.

All of the net proceeds from the sale of the track will support the ongoing social injustice efforts of the organisation.

‘Stand for Change’ was written by NYU professors Dave Schroeder (Director of MPAP) and Grammy-nominated songwriter/producer Phil Galdston (Director of Songwriting), and aims to not only call out and challenge racial inequity and inclusion for Black artists and behind-the scenes talent in the Broadway theater industry, but to galvanize communities to stand up for them throughout the country.

Vanessa Williams said: “Over this past year, the pandemic has had a devastating impact on many industries, and the entertainment industry and the shutdown of Broadway has been hit significantly. We’re hopeful ‘Stand for Change’ will bring more attention to the plight of Black theater artists and will inspire and empower people to believe we can make meaningful changes to create a more equitable society. We’re particularly grateful to Republic Records for embracing and supporting our efforts.”

To listen to ‘Stand for Change’, please click here or to watch the video, please see below.