Jo Salas Livres

Cette auteure crée de la fiction et de la non-fiction, explorant fréquemment une forme théâtrale unique où les membres du public partagent des histoires personnelles qui sont ensuite immédiatement mises en scène. Ses nouvelles ont orné des revues littéraires et des anthologies, et certaines ont été récompensées ou reconnues. La prose de l'auteure plonge dans les complexités de l'expérience humaine, offrant des représentations sensibles des relations. Son travail explore comment les récits individuels peuvent favoriser la compréhension collective et l'empathie.

Personal Stories in Public Spaces
Essays on Playback Theatre by Its Founders
320pages
12 heures de lecture
Interactive performance and community engagement are at the heart of Playback Theatre, which originated in 1975 in the Mid Hudson Valley of New York. This unique art form, now practiced in 70 countries, involves teams of actors and musicians who listen to audience stories and spontaneously enact them without scripts or rehearsals. By fostering dialogue and connection, Playback Theatre creates a shared experience that emphasizes the power of storytelling in diverse contexts.
Mrs. Lowe-Porter
286pages
11 heures de lecture
Focusing on the life of Mrs. Lowe-Porter, this biographical novel brings to life the aspirations and experiences of the author's grandmother-in-law, whom she never met. Through vivid imagination and rich storytelling, Jo Salas crafts a narrative that captures the essence of her subject's journey, ultimately presenting a significant literary accomplishment that resonates with readers. The book intertwines personal history with broader themes, creating a compelling portrait of a remarkable woman.

Personal Stories in Public Spaces

Mrs. Lowe-Porter