Following recent cuts to arts education programs across the nation, New York City public schools have added Broadway shows to their high school curriculum. Over the past month, the Broadway League has sent about 3,500 tenth-grade students to see several popular shows, such as The Band’s Visit, through its new Broadway Bridges initiative. Yet, despite its praiseworthy purpose, building Broadway Bridges was a challenge. In spite of the setback, St. Martin remained committed to creating Broadway Bridges. She sought other sources of financial support, and asked the board of the Broadway League to bankroll the first three years of the initiative.

Source: Forbes November 14, 2017 21:01 UTC