Making a Leap

A practical handbook for those wanting to use drama and theatre to explore personal and social issues in their work with young people, Making a Leap Theatre for Empowerment has developed from ten years of active research in community settings. The authors' holistic approach to theatre-making draws on a range of disciplines, including theatre in education, community theatre, youth work, group work and conflict resolution. Suitable for use by both experienced theatre practitioners and beginners, the book provides a model that is adaptable for work with diverse groups of young people over different timescales a day, a week, or a period of months. Making a Leap Theatre for Empowerment is a flexible resource for all professionals working with drama and young people.

Sara Clifford and Anna Herrmann

Foreword, Alec Davison. Preface. The Leap Metaphor. Introduction. The Facilitator's Guide. 1. Preparation. 2. Training. 3. Devising the show. 4. The tour. 5. Evaluation. 6. Conflict. 7. Ending. 8. Practicalities. Epilogue. Index.