Shea's of Buffalo hosts high school bullying drama Outside on Jan 29

Three friends. Two high schools. One lunch hour. Outside is the story of Daniel, a teen who triumphs over homophobic bullying, depression and suicide. During a meeting of the Gay Straight Alliance (GSA) at his new school Daniel shares his story. Meanwhile, at his old school, struggling to come to terms with what happened, his friends Krystina and Jeremy attempt to start their own GSA. Using flashbacks, we travel through Daniel's harrowing experience of bullying that began with a taunt and a text message and eventually led to a serious physical assault. The play, presented by Toronto-based Roseneath Theatre, will be performed at Shea's Buffalo, 650 Main Street Buffalo NY on January 29.

Curriculum Connections: Social Sciences & Humanities, Health and Physical Education, Drama, Equity and Inclusive Education

Themes: Homophobia, Mental Health/Teen Suicide, Cyberbullying, Gay-Straight Alliances

Study guide available here. For reservations or more information, contact Holly Grant at hgrant@sheas.org or visit the Education page.