Active Text

Discover the innovative insights of Dymphna Callery in her compelling book, Active Text. Published in 2015, this 224-page guide delves into the intersection of physical theatre and scripted plays. Callery, renowned for her previous work, Through the Body: A Practical Guide to Physical Theatre, expertly demonstrates how various exercises and rehearsal techniques from the realms of physical and devised theatre can be effectively applied to enhance scripted performances. Whether you are a theatre practitioner, educator, or enthusiast, Active Text provides valuable tools and methodologies to invigorate your approach to dramatic texts. Elevate your understanding and execution of theatre with this essential resource from Dymphna Callery.