Theatre and Human Rights
Theatre and Human Rights Act of violence or show of strength? Today the relationship between theatre and human rights is not only vital, but complex and contested. In a world of spectacular suffering…
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Theatre and Human Rights
Act of violence or show of strength? Today the relationship between theatre and human rights is not only vital, but complex and contested. In a world of spectacular suffering and power plays - large and small - what is theatre's role in protecting human dignity?With its impassioned plays, inspired activism and outspoken artists, the theatre has long provided a venue for promoting and practising human rights; but is this always to the good?
Foreword by Rabih Drawing on an international range of examples, this short, sharp and timely book outlines the key features of the debate and offers a critical take on where it should go next.