1 April 2022

The Bodies of Others investigates, through a series of close readings of several theatrical and film productions in Europe and South America, the relationship between ‘representation’ (including theatrical representation) and ethics (defined as an ongoing relational negotiation, as opposed to a set of universal moral laws). The main concepts are exposed through a comparative analysis of historical processes, political actions and artistic works from different periods.

This article will attempt to clarify the meaning of wellbeing by examining its context and evolution into educational theory, from its philosophical origins to its current place in modern psychology.

The past two years have been incredibly difficult for communities worldwide. We have seen devastating losses, heightened inequality, and exposure of ageism and poor care that has illustrated the urgent need for change in our world.

This article looks at the application of register theory in the theatrical context and as a potential educational approach in pedagogic drama.  Although registers have been studied in a variety of social and literary contexts, relatively little has been written on their function within performance. 

With an exclusive focus on text-based theatre-making, Inside the Rehearsal Room is both an instructional and conceptual examination of the rehearsal process. Drawing on professional practice and underpinned by theory, this book moves through each stage of rehearsals, considering the inter-connectivity between the actor, director, designers and the backstage team, and how the cumulative effect of the weeks in rehearsal influences the final production.

Applied Theatre with Youth is a collection of essays that highlight the value and efficacy of applied theatre with young people in a broad range of settings, addressing challenges and offering concrete solutions.
This book tackles the vital issues of our time—including, among others, racism, climate crisis, gun violence, immigration, and gender—fostering dialogue, promoting education, and inciting social change.

Anne Cattaneo was among the first Americans to fill the role of dramaturg, one of theatre’s best kept secrets. A combination of theatre artist, scholar, researcher, play advocate, editor, and writer’s friend, it is the job of a dramaturg to ‘reflect light back on the elements that are already in play,’ while bringing a work of theatre to life. Cattaneo traces the field from its beginnings in the eighteenth century to the present and chronicles the multitude and variety of tasks a dramaturg undertakes before, during, and after a production is brought to the stage.

This article examines ethical tensions and entanglements that arise when working as a volunteer and professional director outside of the academy with multiple stakeholders including teachers, university students, young carers, a playwright, youth arts organisation and social services.