Stages of Reckoning: Antiracist and Decolonial Actor Training

Stages of Reckoning is a book that discusses how racialized bodies and power intersect within actor training spaces and offers actionable ideas for teaching and directing actors of color in ways that honor their multiple identities.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 268 pages
Publication date: 30 December 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Stages of Reckoning is a groundbreaking exploration of the intricate interplay between racialized bodies and power within actor training spaces. Written with the intention of provoking both embodied and intellectual discomfort, this book challenges readers to take risks with their ideologies, identities, and practices, ultimately leading to the creation of new pedagogical approaches for students with racialized identities.

At the heart of this volume is the recognition of the personal experiences and professional pedagogies of actor trainers of color, who are given a platform to share their insights as theory. By centering their voices, the book offers valuable actionable ideas for text work, casting, voice, consent practices, and movement, all of which are approached from a decolonial perspective. These offerings aim to create spaces where students can fully bring their diverse backgrounds, communities, and stories into their training, fostering the development of performances that promote a more just world.

This book is designed for educators and practitioners in high/secondary schools, higher education, and private training studios who are committed to teaching and directing actors of color in ways that truly honor their multifaceted identities. By delving into the complexities of race, power, and representation, Stages of Reckoning provides a valuable resource for anyone seeking to create inclusive and equitable learning environments for all students.

Weight: 444g
Dimension: 154 x 235 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032225432