PRIDE Month | Reflect. Empower. Unite.

Fifty-five years ago was a profound moment in the Gay Pride movement. It was in 1969 when the Stonewall Uprising took place. Determined not to be ignored, the Christopher Street Liberation Day Committee held the first Pride March.

The marches have continued every year since, and the events that recognize the movement have only grown. This year, the rallying cry is “Reflect. Empower. Unite.”

The theme is meant to inspire people not only to reflect on the challenges they have overcome together but also to empower people to take action in shaping a collective future.

From the activist history that ignited the movement for LGBTQ+ rights, through our current turbulent times, it has been unity that has enabled growth and progress.

Moreover, the call for unity is a call to action for all allies. In a time when the LGBTQ+ community is under attack, those in government and the private sector are being asked to demonstrate their alliance with the community at large. As is often said, silence is complicity.

There are many events throughout the City to celebrate and show your support. Here are a few of the more prominent events.

●     Support those finding strength in their identity at Youth Pride on June 29 at South Street Seaport Museum—Pier 16 and The Seaport—Pier 17. It will be a day of love, acceptance, and joy!

●     Enjoy the annual LGBTQIA+ street fair, Pridefest, on June 30 in Greenwich Village. Enjoy exhibitors, food, and activities for a day of fun and celebration in the name of equality.

●     And, of course, NYC will continue the tradition of the Pride March on June 30 from 25th Street and 5th Avenue. Since its inception, its purpose has expanded over time to encompass raising awareness about the fight against AIDS and honoring those we have lost to illness, violence, and neglect.

Broadway Stages cares deeply for our communities and our neighbors. We know that NYC is a rich tapestry of people and culture and that it takes all the colors of the rainbow to make this city great. We look forward to a month of celebrating and will remember the call to Reflect, Empower, and Unite all year long.