Every year we encounter many students who are frustrated about the general lack of knowledge around social justice issues and issues of human rights. At Penumbra, these students find a safe space to stretch. Our curriculum is designed to process thoughts and feelings about these issues. Our teaching artists promote empathy and awareness, guiding students toward accountability and action. The experience is enlightening and empowering as students begin to see themselves as social change agents.
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Penumbra is now making this instructive
experience available in a workshop format for
your classroom! We use theatre as a forum for
dialogue and action. Students have the
opportunity to try various theatre techniques
that respond directly to the issues that impact
them daily.
Students interested in exploring theatre as a
tool for social change can sign up for more
information about our renowned Summer
Institute Program.
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What are the goals?
- get students on their feet and actively engaged in learning
- encourage students to see the arts as important in the learning process and viable
- confront issues, be challenged
- commit to one another; create community
- explore practical examples as to how students can effect social change
- have fun!
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