The Vito Russo Test
A drama lesson plan by Drama Teacher Academy
LESSON PLAN
The Vito Russo Test
by Drama Teacher Academy
Using a set of criteria, students will watch a movie (or read a play) and analyze it based on the criteria. The Vito Russo is specific to LGBTQ+ representation in a work. Does the movie meet the criteria and, therefore, pass the test? Students will then reflect on the results: Is the criteria a good way to assess representation? How could the movie be changed to meet the criteria?
