Theatre for Change Galway CLG

The work of Theatre for Change Galway (TforCG), formally ALa Theatre for Change was established 2010. it is based on models of applied theatre, including that of Theatre of the Oppressed (T.O), pioneered by Brazilian theatre director, Augusto Boal. This approach to theatre has the objective of bringing about social and personal change by means of the interaction, dialogue and improvisation made possible by applied theatre, through a variety of training courses, workshops and performances in a variety of settings, including community-based settings and classrooms. For example, Theatre for Change Galway has utilised this approach in their provision and facilitation of modules on the BA Youth & Family Studies at University of Galway. Recent work undertaken by the group includes a performance demonstrating the results of research at the University of Limerick regarding the use of classifications of ethnicity (ethnic identifier) in the context of general medical practice in Ireland. This form of theatre allows examination and action on matters of social concern in a variety of settings.