Applied drama is pedagogical practice. Suitable for facilitators and teaching artists working with the dramatic process in diverse community settings, this title is crafted for use in schools, classrooms, community groups, healthcare organizations, and all manner of social institutions.
Focusing on the concept of audience in performance, Monica Prendergast's work presents a curriculum theory through a collection of essays and poems. Addressing the challenges of educating in a "society of the spectacle," the book emphasizes the importance of helping students develop into active and critical spectators. It explores the neglected topic of performance in education, aiming to enhance students' engagement and understanding of their roles as audience members in contemporary culture.