Week 9

Jake Maize

I found this blend of participant education and performance fascinating. Being someone who doesn't always connect with material taught in a classroom, I enjoyed Schutzman's approach to learning. By making the research into the material engaging, not only were the participants learning about subjects they might not ordinarily be exposed to yet, but in a way that made them an active member in their own education. I think there is something interesting about young people performing on such heavy subjects. It brings a level of vibrancy, freshness, and urgency to the discussion. Urgency because it is a reminder that yet another generation faces the same problems. It sounds like it gave the performance a unique perspective to the audience, and provided practice to the participants in reaching out to another community.