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Theatre of the Oppressed
June 18, 2015 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Theatre of the Oppressed is a Darwin based group that uses theatre for social and political change. Its upcoming round of workshops will focus on homophobia, and we are inviting people who want to challenge homophobia to get involved. No acting experience is required.
Why is Theatre of the Oppressed focusing on homophobia?
1. Challenging homophobia is important
2. Homophobia impacts members of the theatre group
3. This form of theatre provides participants with a space to safely develop the skills to deal with and challenge homophobia in day to day life
4. It brings community members together in a way that is innovative and creative
A one off introductory session will be held Thursday 11 of June, 6-8pm in Millner. This is an opportunity to come along, meet other members, ask questions, and make up your own mind if you’d like to get involved.
Where does this type of theatre come from? This type of theatre was developed by Augusto Boal: “Theatre is a form of knowledge; it should and can also be a means of transforming society. Theatre can help us build our future, rather than just waiting for it.”
What happens at the workshops?
Theatre of the Oppressed uses discussion, analysis, theatre games and activities. Above all working with the stories and experience of the group and community, and focusing on oppression, in this case homophobia, and changing society for the better.
The regular workshops will run once a week in Milner generally from 6-8pm on a week night. The culmination of the workshops (about 8 sessions) will be a public performance around homophobia. Participating in the performance is optional. Participants will get a lot of just the workshops themselves.
Who should get involved? This is open to all people. If you want to develop skills in challenging homophobia and get involved actively in change and the community, please join. The group has worked on a number of issues, so the skills and experience will have broad application.
Cost? There is no cost involved, just your time, energy and courage.
More information: please call Sara 0427 757 738
More information about Augusto Boal’s approach to theatre: http://
