broadway happy ending casting controversy.

Broadway’s “Maybe Happy Ending” faces backlash for casting a white actor to replace an Asian lead. The decision has sparked criticism from the Asian American Performers Action Coalition and other prominent artists. They argue it’s a step backward for representation. Over 2,400 people have signed an open letter urging the show’s creators to reconsider. Critics say the role should remain with an Asian actor, given the show’s themes and previous casting. The controversy highlights ongoing issues of representation in theater, where Asian actors hold a small percentage of roles despite significant community presence.