Broadway producers stand strong for trans actress amid brutal backlash: "Never acceptable"https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2026/01/broadway-producers-stand-strong-for-trans-actress-amid-brutal-backlash-never-acceptable/ 🔗Molly Sprayregen (25 Jan 2026)
The producers of Broadway's Six: The Musical have come to the defense of trans TikTok star Dylan Mulvaney in the wake of anti-trans backlash to the announcement that Mulvaney will soon join the show's cast.
Starting February 16, Mulvaney will play Anne Boleyn, the second, ultimately beheaded wife of English King Henry VIII in the popular show featuring all six of the monarch's wives.
"The producers of Six have chosen to temporarily limit access to the Broadway production's X account following a number of comments made in response to recent Broadway casting news, which we felt crossed the line into bullying," reads a statement provided to Playbill.
"The protection, safety, and support of the Six cast has always been, and remains, our highest priority."
The producers went on to encourage "passionate engagement" with the production but said it is "never acceptable" to use threatening or abusive language.
"As a production, we unequivocally condemn bullying in all its forms and remain committed to fostering a respectful, supportive environment for everyone involved," they continued. "We are incredibly excited to welcome our incoming Broadway cast, and we cannot wait to see them take to the stage."
