Review
"A basic operating manual for anyone who works with expressive therapies, role play, storytelling. Jo Salas's language is as direct and evocative as a Playback Theatre episode. Study this book, use it!" --
Robin Larsen, PhD, co-author, A Fire in the Mind: The Life of Joseph Campbell"Readers concerned with story and theatre will find much of interest in this clearly and simply written account, which combines some of the elements of a how-to manual with reflection and theory." --
Parabola Magazine"This is a must-read book not only for theatre artists, but for educators and social service professionals interested in the arts as a tool toward both self-expression and community building." --
Mady Schutzmann, Co-Editor, Playing Boal: Theatre, Therapy, Activism
Product Description
Improvising Real Life: Personal Story in Playback Theatre, written by one of its creators, describes the origins, practice and philosophy of Playback Theatre.
Improvising Real Life is illustrated with dozens of real-life stories told in performances and workshops. Includes 15 photos and a glossary of playback terms.