The Ghostlight Project at BU

BU School of Theatre, Boston Playwrights' Theatre, the Tsai Performance Center, and the BU Arts Initiative are joining the national movement - The Ghostlight Project - https://theghostlightproject.com. Gathering outside of theaters on the eve of the Presidential Inauguration, people will join in a collective, simultaneous action, together creating “light” for challenging times ahead. Inspired by the tradition of leaving a “ghost light” on in a darkened theater, these artists and communities will make a pledge to continued vigilance and increased advocacy. The Ghostlight Project aims to unite the theater community nationwide in solidarity. The project aims to create spaces – both literal and symbolic – that will serve as lights in the coming years, and to activate a network of people across the country working to support vulnerable communities. The Ghostlight Project defines “sanctuary” as a space where: ~ It is safe to be who you are, regardless of race, class, religion, gender identity, or sexual orientation ~ Diverse opinions, dissent, and argument are not only tolerated, but invited ~ Active listening and courageous exchange are fundamental values ~ Collective action, activism, and community engagement, both within and outside the walls of the theater, are cultivated, encouraged, and supported The event on January 19th marks the initiation of an ongoing commitment by institutions and artists to work for social justice and equity in the coming years, with each group or individual empowered to determine their particular course of action to serve these principles. By signing up here, you are committing to participating in the action on January 19th and to support and work toward the principles of the Ghostlight Project. Our action at BU will be to create a traveling light from Boston Playwrights' Theatre to CFA and the new Theatre Center to the Tsai. Each of you will be sent instructions in advance of the date.