Theater has long-standing roots in social justice and holds promise for reducing racist attitudes and behaviors. Objectives of
this study were to (a) collect and theatrically portray narratives from Black occupational therapy students and practitioners
to a national audience and (b) examine the impact of the theatrical performance on anti-Black racism among attendees. The
Identity Development Evolution and Sharing (IDEAS) model guided translation of narratives into a filmed performance. Paired
t-test of pre/post administration of the Acceptance and Action Questionnaire–Stigma (AAQ-S) measured changes in stigma
beliefs. Qualitative thematic analysis of an open-ended post-survey question elucidated experiences of the performance. The
performance engendered significant decreases in stigma; qualitative data elucidated potential mechanisms of change. This
study provides insight into experiences of anti-Black racism within occupational therapy and offers a promising means for
occupational therapists to engage in anti-Black racism
