Drama Teacher Forces Female Students to Undress in Class (4 photos)
A drama teacher in the US has been accused of forcing female students to strip naked on stage in front of their classmates and watch orgies.
The incident occurred during a bodywork class in acting, where teacher Mace Archer allegedly explained that "the body is an actor's tool" and asked the students to strip naked to "get rid of shame." Several students said they felt uncomfortable but did not know how to refuse, fearing low grades or ridicule.
"He said that if we wanted to be real actresses, we had to learn to be comfortable with our bodies," said one of the girls, who asked not to be named.
After several parents and students approached the college, Archer was suspended and an internal investigation was launched.
"We take these allegations extremely seriously and are conducting a full investigation. We are committed to ensuring that our campus remains a safe and supportive place for all students," the college said in a statement.
The local police also intervened in the case, as some of the students, who were under 18 at the time of the incident, could be considered "minor victims of exploitation."
The college also said that it would submit the results of its internal investigation to the education department and the police if any evidence of wrongdoing was found.