Spring Awakening's Ali Stroker, First Broadway Actor in a Wheelchair, Recreates Kylie Jenner Shoot

When Kylie Jenner appeared in a controversial Interview photo shoot in a wheelchair, Spring Awakening’s Ali Stroker’s immediate response was not anger or offense. Instead, the actor—the first in a wheelchair on Broadway—saw opportunity for enlightenment. Now, Stroker is in the spotlight in a shoot of her own, with the help of You-Do-You.com and photographer Kristiina Wilson. “What people’s anger showed was the absence of authentic representations of our community,” Stroker explained to the site of the response to Jenner’s original shoot, echoing a sentiment she shared with Broadway.com during her appearance on #LiveatFive. “I didn’t know how to express my sexuality because there was no one representing it for me.” As evident, that is no obstacle for Stroker, who aims to increase visibility of the lives—sexuality included—of those who are differently abled. Check out additional photos below, and catch Stroker sing, sign and dance as Anna in Spring Awakening at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre through January 24.