Forum-theatre (77)
Forum-theater is an innovative method of work aimed at solving social problems through theatrical performances. The Youth Forum-Theater of the Fund "Sukhumi" has been working since 2009 and conducts performances on topical issues (conflicts, violence) in 4 regions of Western Georgia (Imereti, Samegrelo, Guria, Adjara).
In IDP collective center of Tskaltubo there was held a performance of forum-theatre. Number of people was little. Some of them were aggressive. They claimed that similar performances have negative influence on young people. Though after discussion they changed their opinion. It was mentioned that forum-theatre changes attitude of people. He thinks more and tries to behave differently.
Performances of the forum theatre were held with students of upper grades of the school of Koki village (Zugdidi municipality). 6 performances were shown, which were followed by interesting discussions and inclusion in different scenes.
The discussion was participated by majority of attendants. After performances they spoke with the editor and young actors regarding the history and specifics of the forum-theatre.
In School No7 of Poti there were shown performances of the forum-theatre of the fund ”Sukhumi”. The event was attended by 35 participants.
The viewer was irritated by the first stage, which was represented by the aggressive attitude of the father to the daughter. While it was noted that this is a real life scene. Students were actively involved in the discussion and expressed their views.
The performances were attended by the director of the school, who saw the student from another perspective and listened to their opinions. She expressed a desire to create a forum theater in school and asked for help in this matter.
In school No1 of Tskaltubo, there were held presentations of the forum-theatre. 55 persons attended. There were shown 5 performances. Discussions were held with teachers and the director. The pupils also participated and it was very interesting.
After the scene of mother and son, most part of young people justified mother and mentioned that behavior of the son is incorrect. It tells about their education and respect for elders
Forum-theatre of the fund “Sukhumi” made held ordinary visit in Khoni WSC. 5 performances were shown on actual issues, regarding violence. active discussion was held with active participation of the audience. There appeared people with actor talent and all this made interesting climate.
Performances of the forum-theatre were held in School No 7 of Senaki, attended by 37 pupils. They expressed interest towards the play of young actors. Interesting discussion was held, there was involvement in the performances. For example, Monika Gablaia quite professionally played in one of the scenes.
There were shown 5 scenes. The pupils expressed a will to attend the performances of the forum-theatre of the fund “Sukhumi” again.
In January there were held two performances of the forum-thetare in Kutaisi – Park of Love and in Tskaltubo – School No3.
Performances of the forum-theatre under the open air are too effective, passers by stop and watch with interest, but also important are the discussions with schoolchildren.
Everyone liked the forum-theatre in Tskaltubo and expressed a will to form similar theatre.
