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Publication Date
2025
Document Type
Poster
Degree Type
Graduate
Department
Theatre and Dance
Mentor
Dr. Derek Munson
Mentor Department
Theatre and Dance
Abstract
The efficacy of applied theatre remains a subject of debate, with some arguing that it fails to bring about meaningful change, while others, drawing on Augusto Boal’s philosophies, view it as a powerful tool for transformation. A key issue fueling this debate is the challenge of evaluating impact, as no universal method exists to measure outcomes. My research highlights the necessity of context-specific metrics to assess applied theatre’s effectiveness. I developed an evaluation framework for the Asuboa Project, one of my earliest applied theatre experiences in Africa that measures short- and long-term impacts at both community and individual levels. Using the Asuboa Project as a case study, my research traces the development, practice, and influence of applied theatre and argues that meaningful assessment requires evaluation tools tailored to specific contexts.
Recommended Citation
Igwe, Fredrick, "Evaluating Applied Theatre Interventions: A Case Study of the Asuboa Project" (2025). University Research Symposium. 486.
https://ir.library.illinoisstate.edu/rsp_urs/486
