#69 Michael McElroy Takes Us to Church: Black Theatre United & Tony Award-Winning Broadway Inspirational Voices

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Today’s episode is meant to inspire you and remind you that your gifts and talents were given to you for a purpose.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">And today’s guest, Michael McElroy is a prime example of someone who truly uses their gifts and talents for a greater purpose. You’ve probably heard of Michael as he has been on Broadway for many many years. He is a Tony, Drama Desk and Grammy Award nominee. He has also accepted a Tony Award Honor for Excellence in the Theater on behalf of Broadway Inspirational Voices, which by the way he founded. Broadway Inspirational Voices is this exceptional gospel choir that regardless of what religion, background or belief system you come from, these amazing Broadway performers will call you to remember that your life is sacred and that you are here for a reason.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Michael is also one of the founding members of Black Theater United, an incredible nonprofit advocacy organization that as stated in their mission statement “stand together to help protect Black people, Black talent and Black lives of all shapes and orientations in theatre and communities across the country.”</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">I just know Michael will inspire you and I encourage you to listen and be moved to use your gifts to take your own action.</span></p> <p><strong>Thank you</strong> <span style="font-weight: 400;">for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review</span><span style= "font-weight: 400;">. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>CONNECT WITH MICHAEL</strong></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Instagram</span></p> <p><a href= "https://www.instag