As an aspiring musical theater performer, I have noticed many dynamics between people of both genders and various sexual identities. While the world of musical theater and its actors are generally extremely liberal, it is fascinating to observe gender relations within the context of rehearsals for a show. As the readings “Nickel and Dimed” by Barbara Ehrenreich and “Women and Men” of “Nisa” by Marjorie Shostak reflect, it is clear that men and women are not treated equally in most facets of the life. However, people of all genders and sexual identities have since been treated equally in the world of musical theater. This may be because there is more sexual diversity in the field and in general men, especially heterosexuals, are in the minority in terms of population, both on stage and in the crew. production. In “Nickel and Dimed,” Ehrenreich wrote about his experiences. as a single, independent woman trying to get by on her own without any special skills. Female musical theater performers (and male musical theater performers) must possess a particular skill set. ...