"Political Drama Takes Center Stage in School Plays"
School plays have become the latest battleground in America's political and cultural divisions, with growing scrutiny and objections from both left-leaning and right-leaning parents and school officials. Teachers are facing increasing challenges in selecting age-appropriate productions that avoid controversy, as concerns over depictions of race, gender, and sexuality lead to censorship and cancellations. The polarized political climate and the power of social media have amplified the impact of objections, resulting in self-censorship among teachers. The constraints on play selections are affecting the education of future artists and audience members, limiting exposure to a wide variety of work.