Donna Tromski, Ohio University
This qualitative research study explored the performance process, the various interactions, and the experience of the “Where’s Safe?” interactive drama event from the perspective of the actors, director-facilitator, and audience. Three performances were studied using participant observation. The three actors with…
Kathy Devecka, University of Michigan
Interactive theater combines theatrical techniques with skills-based/problem-based learning. It is an intersection of phenomenology, sociology, social work, psychology and business/professional areas. The performance serves as a catalyst to spark discussion and explore difficult and complex issues. Theater provides a safe fo…
Mason Martin, Ohio University
This research was conducted to explore and discover the possibilities of interactive theater in the classroom environment. Findings show that this form of theater may be more effective than conventional instructional methods to transfer the beliefs and goals of society to the youth in our classrooms. Such findings imply that this form of instru…