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The
group provided a safe space where SWAP members could explore
an
alternative recreational activity, meet people with
similar interests, explore
and develop their theatrical and/or public speaking
skill and self-confidence.
The group gave 40 presentations between August 2001 when
it was first formed and 2005.
In 2003 the Players attended the "Theatre
for Living" training
workshop with David Diamond where the members had their
first exposure
to the philosophy and techniques of Augusto Boal. Two
group members developed into strong potential members
for the group, particularly since their participation
in the Living Theatre Workshop.
One
of their pieces is titled "Dreams of Retirement" and
was originally written
by Lillian, one of the SWAP Players. The skit was been
conceived, written,
directed and rehearsed by the Players themselves, who
described it as a work
in progress.
The
skit was approximately 15 minutes long, with the opportunity
for questions
and answers afterwards. SWAP Players were keen on being
asked questions
and having the opportunity to talk about their experiences.
Click for
Marie's
Story Click for
Chuck's
Story
The
Players are, in alphabetical order: Ann, Lilian and
Pat. The
group actively developed new scripts and recruited
new members to fill roles. As one of the SWAP counsellors
notes:
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