Politics and Theatre
What does the phrase “Political Theatre” mean to you?
What are some examples of good, impactful, effective political theatre?
(i.e. Shakespeare, Brecht, etc.)
Is there a specific genre/genres that are more conducive to this type of storytelling?
Are there examples of bad and ineffective political theatre?
What role does/should POLITICS with a capital P play in the making of Theatre?
(Mirror, Truth Finder, Influence, or Other)
Is there a line between Political Messaging and Political Agenda?
What role does a playwright’s personal POLITICS play in Theatre?
What role does an actor’s personal POLITICS play in Theatre?
Is left leaning/right leaning Political Theatre merely preaching to the choir? What ways can we create work that resonates beyond Political Partisanship?
In a heated Political Climate, how do we as individual artists use our art, skills, voice to respond, educate, empathize, love, and inspire?
