Playwrights Horizons Settles Case Over Discounts for People of Color

Playwrights Horizons, an Off-Broadway nonprofit, has settled a lawsuit over its "BIPOC night" program. The lawsuit objected to the program, which offered discounted tickets to people of color.

The program was part of Playwrights Horizons' efforts to increase diversity and inclusion in the theater industry. However, some critics argued that the program was discriminatory and unfair to white patrons.

The lawsuit was filed in 2025 and was settled out of court. The terms of the settlement were not disclosed.

Playwrights Horizons has a long history of producing innovative and diverse works. The company has been a leading voice in the Off-Broadway theater scene for over 40 years.

The "BIPOC night" program was just one of several initiatives aimed at increasing diversity and inclusion at Playwrights Horizons. The company has also implemented a number of other programs aimed at promoting diversity and equity in the theater industry.

The settlement of the lawsuit is a significant development in the ongoing conversation about diversity and inclusion in the theater industry. It highlights the need for greater transparency and accountability in the way that theaters approach diversity and inclusion.

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