Community

A repository of information and resources connected to applied and participatory theatre practice. Toni Sant, 2020

Conference proceedings, recorded sessions and materials from the last 10 years of this USA socially engaged arts event. Creative Time, 2020

Conference proceedings, key note speeches and links to contributors to this conference exploring the connections between participatory theatre and activism. Collective Encounters, 2016

A literature review organised into key words and ideas connected to participatory performing arts with definitions, analysis and links to research sources. Chrissie Tiller Associates, 2014.

A video resource exploring the work of those making participatory theatre using digital means and platforms both before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. Introductions around key themes by Maya Chowdry followed by case studies by five very different artists. Collective Encounters, 2020.  

A presentation offering some useful tips to participatory theatre makers and facilitators who are delivering online. Collective Encounters, 2020.  

An excellent toolkit, described as: A “relationship guide” to forging strong and sustainable creative partnerships between local governments and artists. USA specific but with lots of relevance for practitioners internationally. Blade of Grass / Animating Democracy, 2020.

A summary of the findings from four sector development sessions hosted by the Centre for Excellence in Participatory Theatre, attended by over 300 participatory theatre makers. Highlighting challenges, opportunities, needs and resources. Collective Encounters, 2020.

A virtual residency between Arlene Goldbard and Francois Matarasso discussing the possible future for community arts. This link is to a recording of a zoom conversation on the topic. 2020