The play "Tunnels" consists of six vignettes that tell the stories of people who are addicted to alcohol or drugs. Over 700 saw the play, which was used to determine if dramatic arts can effectively educate people about substance abuse, and move them to get involved in prevention activities.

"The after-play survey revealed that the drama met its education objectives and also increased intent to participate in substance abuse prevention activities. Of participants who strongly or somewhat disagreed that drug use is a disease prior to the play, nearly half changed their opinion to somewhat agree and strongly agree after viewing it."

Three months after the play, a follow-up phone survey was conducted, and 81 percent of the respondents reported talking to friends and family about substance abuse. Read more at PsychCentral.com.

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