Harassment based on actual or perceived sexual orientation remains persistent in California schools. Thousands of middle and high school students each year are targets of verbal and/or physical abuse. Touring Northern California schools every fall since 2000, The Other Side of the Closet supports a safer school curriculum wherein students, teachers, and parents can learn about diversity and acceptance in an innovative and engaging format. Set in and around a high school, this hard-hitting play tells the story of five teens who are grappling with issues of peer pressure, youth violence, homophobia, behavior norms, expectations, discrimination, and identity. A donation is requested to cover production costs for schools outside the SFUSD, but some underwriting is available. To discuss logistics, please call (415) 861-4914 x109 or email sara@nctcsf.org. STUDENTS: Take The Other Side of the Closet Student Audience Survey TEACHERS: Take The Other Side of the Closet Instructor Audience Survey Download a reading copy of The Other Side of the Closet (in PDF format) View The Other Side of the Closet study materials: PDF Format or HTML Format “I took my class to see the play and was impressed by their reflection and discussion both immediately after the performance and days later during class. Students were vocal about the need to keep moving beyond mere tolerance, towards celebrating and appreciating those who are different. I was heartened by the entire experience."
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