Product Description

Games for Actors and Non-Actors is a unique piece of writing. Boal's Methods transform theatre into a democratic arena where the spectator becomes the `spectactor', contributing ideas, taking over roles, and using theatre to confront problems such as sexual harrassment, poor pay, homophobia, and racism. For this first translation into English, Boal has included fresh material to make it the most up-to-date introduction to the techniques of Image Theatre and Forum Theatre available. Games for Actors and Non-Actors is a valuable handbook of methods, techniques, games, and exercises, and is a genuinely inspiring work by the world-famous author of Theatre of the Oppressed. It is designed to help anyone - whether actor on non-actor - rehearse for real life: make the fictional real.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #163382 in Books
• Published on: 2002-10-25
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 304 pages

Review
This is an inspiring and powerful book, a lucid account that will be of substantial use to people already using Theatre of the Oppressed. It should also act as an excellent introduction for those new to the system. - Artscene.
This is a useful handbook for those who want to explore Boals Theatre of the Oppressed and as such is greatly to be welcomed. Boals work deserves and demands emulation. - Theatre Research International.
You have achieved what Brecht only dreamt of and wrote about: making a useful theatre that is entertaining, fun, and instructive. It is a different kind of theatre - a kind of social therapy.it focuses the mind, relaxes the spirit, and gives people a new handle on their situations. - Richard Schechner.
Boals analysis of the art of the actor makes [Games.] compulsory reading -Plays and PlayersI.

Language Notes
Text: English (translation)
Original Language: French

Customer Reviews

Great Quality
The book was in very good condition and shipped quickly. I paid about $20 less than my college's bookstore was charging for it.

Essential Resourse
This text is an essential publication for any drama practitioner, teacher, actor. It encloses many unique activities that vary in levels of ability that enable the participants to explore various facets within drama/ theatre.

A DEFINATE MUST HAVE!!!

Perfect for Church
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