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Theatre of the Oppressed

Theatre of the Oppressed

Theatre of the Oppressed focuses on helping communities of mostly spectators take action over political performance in a rehearsal performance setting. “Perhaps the theatre is not revolutionary in itself; but have no doubts, it is a rehearsal revolution!” 

There are multiple sources that can be used to help communities and individuals express themselves without the necessity of language. E.g. photography, movement, image theatre 

Theatre of the Oppressed requires spectators to be active and involved in the process of the performance in order to get a more personal approach and experience.

Theatre of the Oppressed helps people build confidence and new skills of communication that may support the base of a social revolution.

Where is the line drawn, within Theatre of the Oppressed, between performance of personal sharing and community therapy? Is there a line?


How does one involve communities who might feel afraid of telling stories due to oppressive systems and the consequences this might bring?

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