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by Augusto Boal (Author), Adrian Jackson (Translator) "In the pages which follow, and later in the book, I give a brief account of some of the experiments I carried out in the..." (more)
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  • Paperback: 336 pages
  • Publisher: Routledge; 2 edition (22 Aug 2002)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0415267080
  • ISBN-13: 978-0415267083
  • Product Dimensions: 24.2 x 17 x 2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 19,579 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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'Boal's analysis of the art of the Actor makes [Games for Actors and Non-Actors] compulsory reading.' - Plays and Players

'This is an inspiring and powerful book, a lucid account that will be of substantial use to people already using Theatre of the Oppressed. It should also act as an excellent introduction for those new to the system.' - Artscene

'This is a useful handbook for those who want to explore Boal's Theatre of the Oppressed and as such is greatly to be welcomed. Boal's work deserves and demands emulation.' - Theatre Research International


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This is the classic and best selling book by the founder of Theatre of the Oppressed, Augusto Boal, including new discussions, a new introduction and a collection of images.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Essential manual for anyone in theatre, 9 Mar 1999
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Roughly divided into three sections, Boal's Games for Actors and Non-Actors is by now a bible in the trade and is far more readable than the dense (but rewarding) Theatre of the Oppressed. The first part outlines, with relevant examples, the methods known as Image, Invisible and Forum Theatre and gives very practical advice to potential practitioners. In the second section, Boal takes us through a wealth of games and exercises which are devoted to integrating groups, exploring the senses, politicising the actor, releasing expression. They are invaluable and are stimulating (I have used them with diverse groups - trainers, actors, the deaf community, people with Down Syndrome, the elderly, teachers, theatre directors). The third section looks at problems arising from and issues associated with Forum theatre, and leads the way towards his subsequent work in Legislative Theatre. Adrian Jackson provides a wonderfully lucid translation which captures the energy and dynamism of Boal's voice.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Surprisingly good!, 22 Feb 2006
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In all honesty I bought this book as it was on the book list for my drama degree not because it interested me. But as I am reading it I am finding that it is not only easy to read but it is actually enjoyable too! It is very east to sit and read a chapter without having to re-read over every paragraph because you have forgotten what you have just read! I would recommend this book to anyone who is working in schools or with the community as it has a lot of insight and many simple but effective games and ideas.
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