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Use of local language or dialect is usually a better way to engage the community. However, in the case of Aligarh, while the troupe spoke in a different accent, this difference did not prove problematic to the objective of the activity. An overwhelmingly positive response after each performance implies that this is not a barrier. The troupe reports similar encouraging and inquisitive responses from males and females of ALL ages, notably including adolescents, youth and the elderly. There were a plethora of questions following the performance, and many were interested in the DMPA information leaflets distributed by the performers. Further, there were several inquiries directed towards the group regarding details of DMPA as well as the location of providers.

Surprisingly, youth and adolescents were equally engaged in not only the animated performance and drumming but also the plot of the skits. Elderly women notably paid close attention to the contraceptive method messages. One lady approached the troupe with numerous questions, asserting that her daughter-in-law was not present yet would benefit from knowledge of DMPA. She was so excited about the production that she disappeared, quickly returning with her son's wife at her side. Mothers-in-law have a great deal of influence within the household regarding her daughter-in-law, hence their involvement is key.

At the end of the short production, a moderator from the troupe pleases the crowd with a lively "Question/Answer" recap of the topics carefully covered in the skit. "Three months," one lady hesitantly blurted out, before quickly readjusting her head cover, lifting one length of her shawl to cover her smile. The ladies hovering in the doorways and corners nearby were happily vociferous after of her correct response to DMPA's duration of efficacy.

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