Sociodrama - Tapa dura

This book is devoted solely to the study of sociodrama, a group learning process which provides practice in solving problems of human relations through action. This process unlocks the common threads of human experience for everyone and illuminates the thoughts, feelings and hopes of all who participate. It offers the chance for those participants to learn about themselves, the world and their place in it. At the same time, this method often produces spontaneous enjoyment and laughter. This book offers theoretical and practical guidance for educators, psychotherapists, business people, sociologists, management and staff trainers, and pastoral counsellors as well as anyone who works with groups. Sociodrama's purpose is to help participants clarify values, express feelings and practice new behaviours.

PATRICIA STERNBERG is Professor of Theatre and Film at Hunter College in New York City, where she heads the Developmental Drama Program. She is the author of several books in drama and has had over 25 of her plays produced. ANTONINA GARCIA is Professor at Brookdale Community College and is Coordinator of the Creative Arts in Therapeutic Settings Option to the A.A.S. degree in Human Services. She has a private psychotherapy practice and trains psychodramatists internationally.