How the festival will explore human rights:

STAGED READINGS

After a week of preparation, actors read aloud from scripts, incorporating minimal stage movement without costumes or sets. These presentations are followed by a community conversation with the writer(s), director, and cast.

PRODUCTIONS

Performances featuring full production of set, costuming, props, and staging. These often feature a public presence, such as critical reviews, advertisements, or publicity releases.

PLAYWRIGHT Q&As

Prior to each staged reading, the writer(s) will share a bit about themselves, their inspiration for the work, and their plans for its future development.

COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS

After performances, the audience joins in an informal discussion with the cast, creative team, designers, and/or directors of the production. This gives audience members a chance to ask questions, offer feedback, and learn more about the show.

PANEL DISCUSSIONS

A selected group of panelists, who share differing perspectives, join in a live or virtual discussion about a specific topic. These are usually conducted in a moderated format, featuring a question-answer session with the audience at the conclusion.

COMMISSIONED PIECES

Young artists from The Actors’ Academy showcase excerpts of new work they’ve written around human rights topics. Their material is interspersed with songs from the festival’s Associate Artistic Director.