ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND: The current study examines the effectiveness of theater in educating African American women about breast cancer. METHODS: Four hundred and forty-eight participants viewed a play entitled Stealing Clouds. Employing a retrospective/pre-post test design and paired sample t tests, researchers assessed the effectiveness of theater in increasing participants' knowledge about breast cancer and likelihood of participating in efforts to address and reduce breast cancer disparities. RESULTS: Results indicated that the play succeeded in increasing knowledge and awareness about breast cancer and intentions to improve health related behaviors. CONCLUSIONS: Findings suggest that theater may be an effective tool in educating African Americans about breast cancer.
