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About the Show
For Teens to Adults
Secrets educates students about the dangers of HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases by providing them with a realistic look into the lives of people impacted by the HIV virus. As enlightening as it is entertaining, Secrets uses humor and drama to provide students with the facts about HIV, AIDS, and other sexually transmitted infections.
This award-winning drama follows the life of a popular high school athlete named Eddie. After engaging in some risky behavior, Eddie finds out he has contracted HIV and his illness could have been prevented. As the play unfolds, students learn how the choices they make can have a lasting impact on their health and the health of those they care about.
Based on the true stories of people with AIDS, Secrets was created with the help of health experts, educators, licensed counselors, and parents. After each performance, the Secrets ensemble, who are trained as peer educators, lead a question and answer session with the students.
During the Secrets program, students will learn:
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Abstinence from all forms of intercourse and needle sharing is the only 100% effective way to prevent HIV and STIs. |
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How HIV/AIDS is transmitted. |
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The risks of being sexually active and ways to reduce those risks. |
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Effective ways to resist peer pressure around being sexually active. |
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Up to date information on HIV and STIs and they can be prevented. |
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Actions have consequences, especially if a person is engaged in risky behavior. |
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Speaking with adults (parents/teachers/health professionals) can help in dealing with difficult situations. |
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It is important to connect to information resources and understand the facts about STIs. |
Secrets Program Information
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A one-hour theatrical performance using humor, drama and music to educate students about HIV, AIDS and STIs |
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Written for high school students, adults and mature adolescents |
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Free of charge to schools and community groups |
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Offered to groups of 150 or more – Smaller groups can combine for a single performance |
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Teacher, student and parent guides are provided |
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