TEATRO
DE LA COLECTIVA DE MUJERES
I started working with the Colectiva, as part of a group
called “grupo soul, which focused on providing psychological
support to the women. I began by utilizing theatrical
exercises towards building self esteem and creative
capacities. They soon showed interest to explore the
theatrical language further, and proposed that a space
was created to express their ideas and concerns.
That is how the Teatro de la Colectiva was born, working
mostly with work related themes, as most of the participants
are also facilitators who directly assist sister immigrant
women with work related issues, often abuse.
The first work that we created was a Pastorela or traditional
Mexican shepherd play. It was called The Border Pastorela
which was performed during Christmas time to the community.
After that, we set out to create an original piece that
dealt with work-related abuse and worker’s rights. The
play Breaking the Silence of My Hands, mixed didactic
themes with the story of an immigrant family and their
dreams, and played to sold-out houses.
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