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# UK theatres make trans casting pledge
- URL: https://www.scenemag.co.uk/uk-theatres-make-trans-casting-pledge/
- Published: 2021-05-28T09:51:46.000Z
- Updated: 2021-05-28T09:51:46.000Z
- Description: Over 40 UK theatres have signed a pledge which promises to only cast trans, non-binary and GCN actors for trans roles.
- Author: Rachel Badham
- Tags: Arts, News, Queer Corner, Theatre, Gender non-conforming, LGBTQ, Marlborough Productions, Non-binary, Transgender, UK

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Over 40 **UK** theatres have signed a [pledge](http://www.transcastingstatement.com/?ref=scenemag.co.uk) which promises to only cast trans, non-binary and gender non-conforming actors for trans roles in an effort to increase casting opportunities for these actors. The **Trans Casting Statement** reads: *“We will actively seek casting opportunities for trans, non-binary and GNC people in any role regardless of gender, acknowledging that they are currently underrepresented on our stages and screens.”*

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It continues: *“We recognise that Black trans, nonbinary and GNC people face the toughest barriers due to anti-black racism. We are also aware that colourism is a huge issue. We commit to challenging these issues through our casting.”* The pledge has been signed by a handful of major theatres including the **Oxford Playhouse**, the **Royal Exchange** and **Marlborough Productions** in Brighton.

Discussing the pledge with *[The Guardian](https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2021/may/26/uk-theatres-promise-to-only-cast-trans-actors-in-trans-roles?ref=scenemag.co.uk)*, trans actor and performer **Mika Onyx Johnson** said: *“Visibility on screen and stage is all linked to how people are treated in real life. I think the statement will lead to more people being able to get in the room and ultimately get more work.”*

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