Insights in Applied Theatre

Revelations about the theatrical practice and its evolution.

Insights in Applied Theatre offers an inside look into the advent of applied theater and its development as an area of practice and research. Much more than an archive, the texts in this collection present vivid, pertinent voices and messages from the pioneers of applied theater.

The nineteen articles chosen by the editors of Applied Theatre Research represent key themes and elements from the start of the practice. The articles—many of which were influential in their own time—have much to say to the contemporary scene. They have been arranged in sections according to key themes and issues discovered, investigated, and stumbled across by the trailblazing writers in the collection. A vital new contribution to the field, the book raises questions about the contested issues of power, partnerships, and voice in applied theater.

About the Editors

John O'Toole has worked in drama education and applied theatre for over 50 years, and has taught students of all ages at all levels. In 2014 he was awarded the Order of Australia (AM) for services to drama.

Penny Bundy is adjunct professor of applied theatre at Griffith University Australia. For over 40 years she has been teaching, practising and writing about drama education and applied theatre.

Peter O'Connor is director of the Centre for Arts and Social Transformation at the University of Auckland. He has been making and researching applied theatre for over 30 years.