Marissa Body, the nurse actress who plays the role of Nisaruz in the adaptation of Wicked movie, spoke against MET, for her continuous failure to include persons with disabilities.
As the first wheelchair user to take over the role of ELPHABA, Bode uses its platform not only to highlight acting, but also to pressure for meaningful changes in the fashion and entertainment industries.
Its message confirms that even after years of invitation, persons with disabilities have been largely excluded from the main events such as Met Gala and are not displayed regularly in the media and fashion.
Marisa Body takes the comprehensive disability at a dead party
On social media, especially on Tijk, Marisa Body expressed disappointment that the disabled attendees were not present at a dead party, the event that was closely seen of her fashion and celebrities. I have made clear that access should be more than just aesthetics – such as making stairs look good – and you should be an essential part of planning any event.
Bode called the organizers to bring many disabled guests instead of a symbolic symbol, stressing that people with disabilities are often together in daily life and they must have a fixed representation, not just accidental appearances or special diversity features.
Marissa_edob aariana phillip, @Jillian Mercado, Lauren “lolo” Spencer to name the lack of veorrrrry, there is more than one eligible to attend. Persons with disabilities of all kinds should be invited. Call more than us! We are more than just something to be scratched from the diversity review menu. We belong to fashion! #METGALA #DISABLEDFASHION ♬ Original Voice – Marissa
She emphasized that disabled individuals are not looking for the savior; They want to hear their voices, respect and share in all cultural and societal aspects. Bode also urged those who do not suffer from disabilities and the beginning of the industry to escalate and “do work” to create accessible and welcome environments. This includes questioning the reason for the presence of events such as Met Gala and the entertainment industry as a whole, very few disabled representation, and the use of its effect to pay a real change.
The importance of acting and access to entertainment
Bode's special experience on the group of bad guys shows how totalitarianism can flourish with a real commitment. The production team, headed by director John M. Zhou, concerted efforts to create an easy -to -reach atmosphere, with the disability coordinator who expected and taken potential obstacles before the start of filming.
This support allowed a supplier to focus on its performance without the obstacles to usual access, which proves that with studied planning and awareness, disabled artists can excel in the prevailing products.
However, Bode indicated that acting is not enough on its own. Besides being visible, there should be a collective effort to make spaces within reach and educate both disabled individuals and unacceptable individuals about deficit from an early age. This comprehensive approach is crucial to breaking the ability and encouraging real totalitarianism in society.
What you can learn Gala and the fashion industry
The MET party, which is often seen as a top of fashion and cultural influence, has the ability to set a standard for disability. Bode to Action calls us that totalitarianism is not only related to verifying diversity boxes; The basic rethinking of how events and industries work requires to ensure that everyone feels that they belong.
This requires pre -emptive awareness, accessible places, and dedication to the inclusion of multiple voices regularly – not only from time to time.
