Theatre For Young People Methods Practices

This course will investigate current philosophies, practices and approaches of involving young people in the process of making theatre, for young people, particularly in Singapore. It will focus on modes of devising and presenting children's theatre, youth theatre, Theatre-in-Education and community-based performance in a practical workshop format. Students will work through a play building process to devise material suitable for the aforementioned groups of people, with them taking on the roles of performers and/or facilitators. The course will question the relevance and value of existing practices of theatre-making by and for youth and the community.