Restoration Stage, Inc. Presents TRUTH (Welcome to the Down Low)

It seems like everyone is talking about life on the “down low.”

(PRWEB) November 19, 2005 -- On World AIDS Day December 1, 2005 at 8:00 p.m. at the H Street Playhouse located 1365 H Street, NE, Washington, D.C. 20002 Restoration Stage, Inc. will present THE TRUTH (Welcome to the Down Low).

Written by playwright Steven A. Butler with music and lyrics by Courtney Baker-Oliver and Christopher Burnett THE TRUTH (Welcome to the Down Low) addresses-head on-the myth that married men living on the “down low” is something that happens in other families.
   
The TRUTH (Welcome to the Down Low) is the true story of many black men in our society. Torn between who they are and what is expected of them, they act out their sexuality in inappropriate and risky sex behaviors. The indisputable truth of this fact is evident in the epidemic rise of HIV infection among heterosexual black women who often find themselves unknown partners in the down low equation.

Some Facts:
- The District of Columbia has the highest AIDS rate of any American city.
- The AIDS rate among Black women is three times higher than that of Latino women and eighteen times higher than that of white women

Through careful analysis of this family's not-so-unique 'problem,' another truth emerges. It's not all the “down low” brother’s fault. Until we create a society that embraces all of the various lifestyles that exist in the diverse world in which we live, ‘down low’ men like Chris and Donnie are being created every day.

Fact- African-Americans make up 13 percent of the population, yet we now account for 41 percent of all AIDS cases in the United States.

The statistics you have just read are facts. No estimates. No projections. It’s THE TRUTH.

The TRUTH (Welcome to the Down Low) features a phenomenal cast: Tracie Jenkins, David Lamont Wilson, Reginald Hanna, Marlon Anthony Russ, Nikki Dade, LC Harden, Jr. and Juwanna Lindsey.

The TRUTH (Welcome to the Down Low) runs December 1 through December 18.

To purchase tickets call 1-800-494-TIXS – For a complete synopsis of The TRUTH (Welcome to the Down Low) as well as information on Restoration Stage, Inc. log onto www.restorationstage.com

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