The Bedtime Players have started to lead their series of educational workshops for the semester! Learn more about proper use & aftercare for sex toys; how to communicate and set boundaries, even in hookups or situationships; and the basics of pleasure anatomy and how to have more pleasurable sex. Find more information (including dates, times, and locations) here. No registration necessary!
Our first performance will be on Wednesday, November 15th from 7-9pm in the Student Union Black Box Theater, where we are hosting an Open Mic Night! Interested performers can show up shortly before the event to secure a time slot. Come share the stage with us!
Wellness Education & Services are looking for a graduate assistant to help support the Not Ready for Bedtime Players and the Student Wellness Advisory Board starting as early as this semester. You can find the description of the position below or at the UMass Graduate School Job Opportunities listing.
Title: Graduate Assistant
Department: Wellness Education & Services
Program: Not Ready for Bedtime Players & Student Wellness Advisory Board
Supervisor: Elizabeth (Betsy) Cracco, AVC – Campus Life and Wellbeing
Weekly Hours: 20
Stipend: $32.66 per hour for the appointment term, paid bi-weekly
Appointment Term: Academic Year Present- May 25, 2024
Periods of Non-Responsibility: N/A
Appointment Renewal: Appointments are for the stated appointment term only and there is no guarantee of appointment renewal.
Student Affairs and Campus Life (SACL)
Student Affairs and Campus Life is committed to providing meaningful assistantship experiences for graduate students, particularly when these experiences enhance SACL priorities and are relevant to the pursuit of a graduate assistant’s professional goals. It is within this context that SACL makes this assistantship available.
General Summary of Position
The Not Ready for Bedtime Players (NRBP) is a sexual health promotion and social justice peer theater troupe which performs in residence halls, Greek areas, and at campus events. This position involves recruiting, selecting and training students on sexual health and
wellness-related issues as well as theatrical techniques. An additional component of the position is managing the social media presence of the troupe and creating multimedia content about troupe activities for various platforms: YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, etc.
The Student Wellness Advisory Board Graduate Assistant is responsible for developing, coordinating, and evaluating a strategic student engagement plan and directly oversees student advisory council. Assists with general administration as needed for student outreach and engagement, as well as student centered health promotion programming.
Typical Duties and Responsibilities
Assist with recruiting, training, and supervising student NRBP members on behalf of the Troupe Director and the Center for Health Promotion.
Coordinate and implement weekly rehearsals/trainings and two all-day rehearsals/ trainings.
Assist in the development of written, visual, and multimedia materials including video and social media content; coordinate advertising materials and promotion activities.
Assist in the development of culturally-appropriate educational programs and materials.
Assist with data entry and statistical manipulation of program evaluations. Prepare semester reports of program activities and program evaluations.
Attend in-service trainings and meetings as well as attend weekly meetings with supervisor (Troupe Director).
Available to conduct evening programs and maintain scheduled daytime office hours.
Provide wellness and sexuality information and/or referral services, as needed.
Maintain ethical and professional confidentiality as well as cultural competency.
Staff and assist with special Center for Health Promotion outreach projects, including social media.
Work cross functionally with Student Affairs and Campus Life offices.
Conduct needs assessment for student engagement across campus- identify points of access for student feedback, as well as structural assets and barriers for student input.
Conduct needs assessment for student health topics to inform campus initiatives, media/communication strategic plan and special population areas to address health disparities.
Plan, design, implement and evaluate student advisory committee according to Higher Education best practices.
Incorporate social justice concepts and principles into health promotion and student engagement practices.
Plans, implements and evaluates student advisory council meetings.
Develops structure and institutionalizes programming for the function and longevity of the program.
Establish accessible referral protocols for undergraduate students seeking Wellness Cluster services.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Required Qualifications
Enrollment as graduate student in good standing during entire term of appointment.
Eligibility for appointment to this assistantship, as determined by the Graduate School.
Availability to serve the entire assistantship term.
Willingness to perform all mandated compliance reporting and related requirements.
To Apply:
Please send cover letter and resume to: Linda Shaw – lmshaw@umass.edu
We are accepting new applicants for positions on the Not Ready for Bedtime Players! Interested applicants should be available on Wednesdays from 6-9pm, and able to commit to at least two semesters on the troupe. Those interested in applying can fill out this initial interest form, and will then be sent a longer application (due by midnight on September 10th): https://forms.gle/4vU5CRpSFFpawPTL8
Who we are looking for: students interested in sexual health and/or education; people interested in performance/theater and/or leading educational workshops for other students (prior experience not necessary); and people who want to have fun with a goofy, upbeat team 🙂
What’s on the horizon for this semester: leading educational workshops for other students about issues related to healthy sexuality; group bonding activities; and hosting an open mic night, performance for the IFC, and the third-ever “Sexpo” event & resource fair!
The longer position description is below:
“Not Ready for Bedtime Players” Position Description
Title: Undergraduate Student Worker
Department: Center for Health Promotion
Program: Not Ready for Bedtime Players
Supervisor: Leslie Roberts, Graduate Assistant
Weekly Hours: 5
Stipend: $15 per hour for the appointment term, paid bi-weekly
Appointment Term: Academic Year August 26, 2023- May 9, 2024, with possibility for re-employment
General Summary of Position
The Not Ready for Bedtime Players (NRBP) is a sexual health promotion and social justice peer theater troupe which performs in residence halls, Greek areas, and at on- and off-campus events. This position involves recruiting, training peers on health and wellness-related issues as well as theatrical techniques. A new program component also includes leading educational workshops for other students around topics related to healthy sexuality. An additional component of the position is managing the social media presence of the troupe and creating multimedia content about troupe activities for various platforms: TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, etc.
Typical Duties and Responsibilities
Assist with recruiting and training for peer workshops and performances on behalf of the Troupe Director and the Center for Health Promotion.
Attend weekly rehearsals/trainings and two all-day rehearsals/trainings.
Assist in the development of written, visual, and multimedia materials including video and social media content; coordinate advertising materials and promotion activities.
Assist in the development of culturally-appropriate educational programs and materials.
Assist with data entry and statistical manipulation of program evaluations.
Available to conduct evening programs/performances and maintain scheduled daytime outreach hours.
Provide wellness and sexuality information and/or referral services as needed.
Maintain ethical and professional confidentiality as well as cultural competency.
Staff and assist with special Center for Health Promotion outreach projects, including social media.
Other duties as assigned.
Compliance Requirements
Student employees in Student Affairs and Campus Life have specific expectations placed on them as employees of the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Among these is the requirement to fulfill reporting responsibilities as prescribed and required under applicable federal and State laws. These include but may not be limited to requirements under Title IX; Clery Act; FERPA; HIPPA; Massachusetts Conflict of Interest laws. Additionally, this applies to adhering to University policies and agreements (e.g., collective bargaining agreement).
Fulfilling these expectations includes addressing and reporting related violations by students, staff, faculty or others. Related training will be provided. These expectations may be amended in conjunction with changes in Federal and/or State mandated reporting requirements, and/or University policies or agreements. Students unwilling to meet these requirements are not eligible for employment.
Minimum Required Qualifications
Enrollment as a student in good standing during entire term of appointment.
Eligibility for employment as determined by the Center for Health Promotion.
Availability to serve the entire academic term.
Willingness to perform all mandated compliance reporting and related requirements.
We are accepting new applicants for positions on the Not Ready for Bedtime Players! Interested applicants should be available on Wednesdays from 6-9pm, and able to commit to at least two semesters on the troupe. Those interested in applying should fill out this initial interest form, and will then be sent a longer application (due by midnight on Wednesday February 8th):
Who we are looking for: students interested in sexual health and/or education; people interested in trying theater or improv (prior experience not necessary); and people who want to have fun with a goofy, upbeat team.
What’s on the horizon for this semester: going to NYC to visit the Museum of Sex and see performances at the People’s Improv Theater of NYC; leading workshops for students about healthy relationships, pleasure, and more; hosting an open mic night and “Q&A with a Sex Therapist” event!
You will be sent our application once you fill out this contact form:
“Not Ready for Bedtime Players” Position Description
Title: Undergraduate Student Worker
Department: Center for Health Promotion
Program: Not Ready for Bedtime Players
Supervisor: Tommy Claire, Health Promotion Specialist
Weekly Hours: 5
Stipend: $15 per hour for the appointment term, paid bi-weekly
Appointment Term: Academic Year August 27, 2022- May 10, 2023
Periods of Non-Responsibility: N/A
Appointment Renewal: Appointments are for the stated appointment term only and there is no guarantee of appointment renewal.
Student Affairs and Campus Life (SACL)
Student Affairs and Campus Life is committed to providing meaningful experiences for students, particularly when these experiences enhance SACL priorities and are relevant to the pursuit of the student’s professional goals. It is within this context that SACL makes this available.
General Summary of Position
The Not Ready for Bedtime Players (NRBP) is a sexual health promotion and social justice peer theater troupe which performs in residence halls, Greek areas, and at on- and off-campus events. This position involves recruiting, training peers on health and wellness-related issues as well as theatrical techniques. An additional component of the position is managing the social media presence of the troupe and creating multimedia content about troupe activities for various platforms: TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, etc.
Typical Duties and Responsibilities
Assist with recruiting and training peer workshops and performances on behalf of the Troupe Director and the Center for Health Promotion.
Attend weekly rehearsals/trainings and two all-day rehearsals/trainings.
Assist in the development of written, visual, and multimedia materials including video and social media content; coordinate advertising materials and promotion activities.
Assist in the development of culturally-appropriate educational programs and materials.
Assist with data entry and statistical manipulation of program evaluations.
Available to conduct evening programs/performances and maintain scheduled daytime outreach hours.
Provide wellness and sexuality information and/or referral services as needed.
Maintain ethical and professional confidentiality as well as cultural competency.
Staff and assist with special Center for Health Promotion outreach projects, including social media.
Other duties as assigned.
Compliance Requirements
Student employees in Student Affairs and Campus Life have specific expectations placed on them as employees of the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Among these is the requirement to fulfill reporting responsibilities as prescribed and required under applicable federal and State laws. These include but may not be limited to requirements under Title IX; Clery Act; FERPA; HIPPA; Massachusetts Conflict of Interest laws. Additionally, this applies to adhering to University policies and agreements (e.g., collective bargaining agreement).
Fulfilling these expectations includes addressing and reporting related violations by students, staff, faculty or others. Related training will be provided. These expectations may be amended in conjunction with changes in Federal and/or State mandated reporting requirements, and/or University policies or agreements. Students unwilling to meet these requirements are not eligible for employment.
Minimum Required Qualifications
Enrollment as a student in good standing during entire term of appointment.
Eligibility for employment as determined by the Center for Health Promotion.
Availability to serve the entire academic term.
Willingness to perform all mandated compliance reporting and related requirements.
Sexual Inhibition System (SIS): This is your sexual brake.
Sexual Excitation System (SES): This is the accelerator of your sexual response.
Scoring
Low SIS (0-6)
You’re not so sensitive to all the reasons not to be sexually aroused. You tend not to worry about your own sexual functioning, and body image issues don’t interfere too much with your sexuality. When you’re sexually engaged, your attention is not very distractible, and you aren’t inclined to describe yourself as “sexually shy.” Most circumstances can be sexual for you. You may find that your main challenge around sexual functioning is holding yourself back, reining yourself in. Staying aware of potential consequences can help with this.
Medium SIS (7-13)
You’re right in the middle. This means that whether your sexual brakes engage is largely dependent on context. Risky or novel situations, such as a new partner, might increase your concerns about your own sexual functioning, shyness, or distractability from sex. Contexts that easily arouse you are likely to be low risk and more familiar, and anytime your stress levels- including anxiety, overwhelm, and exhaustion- escalate, your brakes will reduce your interest in and response to sexual signals.
High SIS (14-20)
You’re pretty sensitive to all the reasons not to be sexually aroused. You need a setting of trust and relaxation in order to be aroused, and it’s best if you don’t feel rushed or pressured in any way. You might be easily distracted from sex. High SIS, regardless of SES is the most strongly correlated factor with sexual problems, so if this is you, pay close attention to the “sexy contexts” worksheets in “Come as you are.”
Low SES (0-7)
You’re not so sensitive to sexually relevant stimuli and need to make a more deliberate effort to tune your attention in that direction. Novel situations are less likely than familiar ones to be sexy to you. Your sexual functioning will benefit from increasing stimulation (for instance, using a vibrator) and daily practice of paying attention to sensations. Lower SES is also associated with asexuality, so if you’re very low SES, you might resonate with some components of the asexual identity.
Medium SES (8-15)
You’re right in the middle, so whether you’re sensitive to sexual stimuli probably depends on the context. In situations of high romance or eroticism, you tune in readily to sexual stimuli; in situations of low romance or eroticism, it may be pretty challenging to move your attention to sexual things. Recognize the role that context plays in your arousal and pleasure, and take steps to increase the sexiness of your life’s contexts.
High SES (16-24)
You’re pretty sensitive to sexually relevant stimuli, maybe even to things most of us aren’t generally very sensitive to, like smell and taste. A fairly wide range of contexts can be sexual for you, and novelty may be really exciting. You may like having sex as a way to de-stress- higher SES is correlated with greater risk for sexual compulsivity, so you may want to pay attention to the ways you manage stress. Make sure you create lots of time and space for your partner; because you’re sensitive, you can derive intense satisfaction from your partner’s pleasure, so you’ll both benefit!
Do you want to be a part of the sexiest troupe on campus? Do you like sex? Do you like laughing? Do you like educating your peers about topics most people shy away from?
Auditions will be on February 10th. We will contact you with details once you’ve submitted the application online. Application under the “AUDITIONS” TAB.
NRBP views sexual health as integral to the overall health and well being of all students. We respect all genders, sexual orientations and sexual identities. We support all people’s ability to make empowered choices that are safe, consensual and fit their cultures, values, and belief systems regarding sex and sexuality. Our goal is to offer a show that is inclusive, accessible and affirming to all.
The Not Ready for Bedtime Players are a sexuality theater troupe. The Players educate students on important sexual health issues such as safer sex, sexual orientation, sexually transmitted infections, masturbation, relationship violence and related issues. Some of the skits are funny, and some are serious, but all of the skits are performed with the purpose of building knowledge and skills in the area of sexual health.
The Bedtime Players have been in existence since 1988 and were founded to provide education and dispel myths about HIV/AIDS. The Players are a program within the Center for Health Promotion. The Not Ready for Bedtime Players are recognized around campus and appreciated for the hard work that you put into educating and entertaining your peers.
There is no experience required in theater, sex, peer education, comedy… you get the idea. All are welcome to audition!!
NRBP views sexual health as integral to the overall health and well being of all students. We respect all genders, sexual orientations and sexual identities. We support all people’s ability to make empowered choices that are safe, consensual and fit their cultures, values, and belief systems regarding sex and sexuality. Our goal is to offer a show that is inclusive, accessible and affirming to all. 