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Looks Like They’re Coming For The Theatre Kids First
New York’s Catholic Church is getting ahead of itself
Right-wing institutions are really feeling themselves ahead of the election. Or at least one in particular.
For the past few weeks, the conservative-leaning Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New York has been scrutinizing the programming of one of its long-term tenants, the Connelly Theater, an acclaimed venue known for controversial productions in downtown Manhattan. The church has nixed multiple shows, including any that deal with reproductive rights, trans issues, or sexuality. This came as a surprise to the nonprofit.
In response, the theater’s general manager, Josh Luxenberg, resigned last Friday, leading to a suspension of operations.
Conservatives are coming for the theater kids — a group not known for deep pockets or political connections. America will shrug over the news that the church is gagging the Connelly, and that will embolden conservatives. Election Day is still a week away, and the church is already triumphant. Their champion’s fortunes are rising. Who’s next? Journalists? Teachers? Poets? Filmmakers? Activists?
