An exploration of Augusto Boal's Theatre of the Oppressed, covering its historical roots in Brazil, key techniques like Forum and Image Theatre, and its ongoing role in global social justice movements.

Mastering Forum Theatre, the role of the Joker, and applying these techniques to solve real-world social problems.

Deep dive into Image Theatre techniques, using the body as a language to explore internal and external oppressions.

An introduction to Augusto Boal, the origins of Theatre of the Oppressed, and the transformative concept of the 'spect-actor'.

The culminating phase where students stage a scene and compile their final production portfolio.

Students transition from analysis to design, creating set blueprints and costume concepts.

Focuses on the playwright's context and the deeper thematic structures of the chosen contemporary drama.

Students select a contemporary play and begin their analytical journey through character and theme exploration.

A comprehensive introduction to film analysis, covering cinematic techniques, genre studies, and historical evolution to help students decode the language of cinema.

A hands-on art and reflection lesson where students explore their personal history, current reality, and future aspirations through mixed-media collage. Inspired by Basquiat, Ringgold, and Wiley, students focus on symbolic storytelling and self-awareness rather than technical perfection.