Newspaper Theatre: The People's Narratives

June 24  - Newspaper Theatre: The People's Narratives (Drop In)

Throughout history, the arts and artists have been essential in guiding us through difficult and dangerous times like these. Are you seeking creative strategies for navigating the current landscape? Do you want to connect with creative people in meaningful ways? Do you need an outlet for alllllll of the feeeeeelings? Do you want to bring embodied activities into your work? Or maybe you’re a theatre practitioner who wants to practice and build skills in a community environment?

Theatre for media literacy and narrative reclamation! Did you know that in addition to LGBTQIA+ Pride, June is also Immigrant Heritage month and Caribbean American Heritage month? In this workshop we will consider the dissonance of recognizing communities, while simultaneously terrorizing them. We will consider the intersections and the role of the media in the escalation of ICE disappearing and deporting our neighbors, families, and friends; and the inundation of dehumanizing legislation and increased violence. And we will build fact based narratives rooted in the humanity of all people. 

Theatre of the Oppressed activities will guide our creative analysis and remix of the media of the moment. This workshop opens with a creative check in and embodied games. We will then dive into an examination of the media and identify dominant narratives and counter narratives; think critically about the messages we receive; and get creative about the stories we tell, exploring theatrical approaches including image work and improvisation to amplify the people’s narratives. 

Sliding scale rates available on the registration page.

For scholarship and work exchange opportunities contact Rachael K Sharp: rachaelksharp@gmail.com

This is a drop in workshop with additional opportunities as part of...

Flip the Script: Act of Resistance | Tuesdays 6:30-9:00pm

June 17-August 19 | Savoy Denver, CO 

Join Rachael K Sharp in partnership with Theatre Artibus, and The Savoy Denver this summer exploring a range of Theatre of the Oppressed (TO) modalities, including games, image, newspaper and forum theatre, and Rainbow of Desire. All of these forms are rooted in the practice of dialogue, storytelling and improvisation. Rachael’s approach also incorporates Somatic Abolition and applied theatre modalities, staying responsive to the people, place, and power dynamics at play.  As TO founder Augusto Boal said,

“Theatre is a form of knowledge; it should and can also be a means of transforming society. Theatre can help us build our future...”

This season will include 2 drop in workshops followed by a six week series culminating in a creative community activation! 

No previous experience necessary. 

Stay tuned for updates! With enough participants we will be able to invite guest artists for a few sessions as well! 

Register today and spread the word! 

June 17  - Forum Theatre: The Activating Scene (Drop In)

June 24  - Newspaper Theatre: The People’s Narratives (Drop In)

July 15-Aug 19 - Flip the Script: Act of Resistance 6 Week Series