Theatre of the Oppressed
by Augusto Boal

Name: Theatre of the Oppressed
Brand: Augusto Boal
SKU: 9780930452490
Rating: 4.31 (1508 reviews)

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What readers are saying

Readers find this work to be a powerful exploration of the intersection between theatre and social change. Many appreciate the blend of theory and practical application proposed by Boal, emphasizing the role of theatre as a means to challenge the status quo. However, some note that the writing can be dense and occasionally difficult to follow, particularly for those not familiar with philosophical concepts.

Engaging and thought-provoking insightsPowerful exploration of theatre's purposeInspiring call for social changeDense and sometimes challenging to read

Synopsis

The innovative Brazilian playwright, director and international lecturer explicates Aristotle's poetics and the philosophies of Machiavelli, Hegel and Brecht to determine the extent to which their chief components--imitation, catharsis and, ultimately, audience control--serve up to support the status quo of a society rather than facilitate change.