top of page

Applied and
Devised Theatre

I have a deep interest and commitment in experimenting with the implementation of ideas and practices which support innovative theater projects.   My projects focus on creating original plays through Devised, Applied and Community Engaged Playmaking which focus around diversity issues, microaggressions, LGBTQ inclusivity and social engagement.  In addition to developing original work and directing, I am co-founder of Sanctuary Stage, a nonprofit theater company that has its roots in California and has continued to produce projects in Oregon. The process in creating this work involves the collaboration and participation of members of diverse communities and a creative team.  The objective of this process is to develop and produce an original play which is crafted through this collaboration.  Projects of this nature strengthen inter-generational and cross-cultural relationships between those from different professions, ages, cultures and economic backgrounds. These projects also provide sustainability for future community arts projects through the professional training that is provided during these projects.

 

We are excited to be featured in a newly released book entitled Artists Activating Sustainability, The Oregon Story by Barbara Sellers-Young PhD. Within the publication, Dr. Sellers-Young has featured our work with communities and covers our productions of Un Carol de Independence, Peace Be Upon You and Tango Mike.

 

We want to thank Dr. Sellers-Young for her generous coverage.

bottom of page