Co-developing theatre on sensitive subjects: How-to guide launch

Theatre can be a powerful way to bring research to life for audiences who might not normally engage with research. But if the research is on a sensitive subject, such as domestic abuse, theatre like this must be produced with care.

At this webinar we will launch a how-to guide for researchers, theatre-makers and public contributors. It’s based on our experiences and evaluation of the play Hard Evidence.

Hard Evidence was co-created with survivors of domestic abuse who were also public contributors on a study, alongside community theatre makers and researchers.

The play aimed to:

• Highlight the importance of patient and public involvement (PPI) in disseminating research on sensitive subjects
• Raise awareness of domestic abuse

In this webinar, hear from the team behind the play and the how-to guide, including:

• Researchers Natalia Lewis, Noreen Hopewell-Kelly and Cat Papastavrou Brooks

• Alison and Shass, survivors of domestic abuse and public contributors who co-wrote and performed the play

• Ingrid Jones, theatre maker and Associate Director at acta community theatre

Attendees will get a link to download the full how-to guide.