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We partner with communities facing discrimination to practice social change through theatre. inspiration. collaboration. transformation.

09/21/2026

Fundraising? In this economy?!

We WILL be fundraising in October, and you're invited to build your skills alongside us. These sessions will support you to: create and practice how to ask for support, generate a list of who you can ask, and set yourself up for a wildly fun time. Bonus -- the resources shared are totally transferable -- and can be used to support other projects that you care about! You'll also get to hear many of the ways people are excited about Theatre of the Oppressed NYC.

Join us:
Wednesday, September 30
6pm-7:30pm

More info & RSVP's at www.tonyc.nyc/events

09/19/2026

Today, September 19, we celebrate the birthday of Paulo Freire, author of "Pedagogy of the Oppressed" and many other works exploring education as a political act of liberation.

This quote comes from Chapter 2 of the book, which focuses on the "banking" concept of education as an instrument of oppression.

"Whereas banking education anesthetizes and inhibits creative power, problem-posing education involves a constant unveiling of reality. The former attempts to maintain the submersion of consciousness; the latter strives for the emergence of consciousness and critical intervention in reality."

Augusto Boal's theatrical explorations were influenced by the work of Paulo Freire. Let us continue as spect-actors to develop our consciousness and intervene with our creative powers.

09/15/2026

Fundraising? In this economy?!

We WILL be fundraising in October, and you're invited to join our team and build your skills alonside us. These sessions will support you to: create and practice how to ask for support, generate a list of who you can ask, and set yourself up for a wildly fun time. Bonus -- the resources shared are totally transferable -- and can be used to support other projects that you care about! You'll also get to hear many of the ways people are excited about Theatre of the Oppressed NYC.

Join TONYC Board Members Elena Conte & Katy Rubin for an online funraising training on Wednesday, September 16 from 1pm-2pm Eastern!

For in-person, come to our space on Wednesday, September 30 at 6pm-7:30pm and meet more of TONYC's team.

More info & RSVP's at www.tonyc.nyc/events

09/01/2026

Hey, Jokers! Theatre of the Oppressed NYC is having monthly, hour-long, online gatherings through December of this year. During these, the Theatre of the Oppressed NYC team will facilitate an activity, hold a short discussion, and make time for a brief Q & A. Attendees may be invited to share, and can exchange contact information to continue conversations beyond the zoom!

Join us for "Jokers, Assemble!"
Friday, September, 2026 at 11am-12pm EDT
Facilitated by Julián Pimiento & Elise Goldin
RSVP at www.tonyc.nyc/events to get the Zoom link
Free (donations welcome!)

These gatherings are for jokers at any level, and people who want to hear more about Theatre of the Oppressed. Come through and say hello!

Please add [email protected] to your email contacts, so that you receive your confirmation email.

Please note that this zoom meeting is participatory and will not be recorded.

Other dates:
October 9, 2026
November 13, 2026
December 11, 2026

08/31/2026

The Theatre of the Oppressed NYC office is closed. We will be back on Tuesday, September 8.

You can still visit our website to:

💌 register for our fall intensives
💌 book us for a workshop
💌 buy our book
💌 rent space or a desk
💌 donate

All links in the linktree or visit www.tonyc.nyc

08/21/2026

Deadline Sunday! For our intensive: Introduction to Building Forum Theatre

08/20/2026

Join us Friday morning (depending on your location!)

08/05/2026

Apply by Sunday, August 23rd to take our extended training in building Forum Theatre.

Visit www.tonyc.nyc/octlevel1 for schedule, info, and application link.

This training will introduce participants to Theatre of the Oppressed NYC’s process of creating forum theatre performances. With a combination of online and in-person sessions, we will explore the steps described in TONYC’s "Wildcard Workbook: A Practical Guide to Facilitating Forum Theatre", including community-building games, story-sharing, devising Forum scenes, and facilitating a Forum Theatre presentation to an audience.

This training is for community organizers, artists, and engaged community members who plan to apply Forum Theatre with groups in action toward social change. No prior experience with Theatre of the Oppressed is required.

Facilitators: Ania Upstill, Marcela Artunduaga, Sulu LeoNimm

Rates: $300-$700, and includes a digital copy of our book. Payment plans available.

08/04/2026

ONLINE: Friday, August 21 at 10am - 12pm ET.

Join us for "Introduction to Theatre of the Oppressed", facilitated by Kassandra Pérez and Leila Kashani-Sabet.

RSVP: www.tonyc.nyc/events
Rates: $30/$40/$60

This 2-hour, online training will introduce participants to the core elements of Theatre of the Oppressed, its origins from the work of Augusto Boal and Paulo Freire (author of "Pedagogy of the Oppressed"), as well as the current applications by our organization, Theatre of the Oppressed NYC.

Our joker team will lead the group through selected games, Image Theatre, and a demonstration of Forum Theatre.

Because this is a participatory training, everyone is encouraged to be part of the activities in order to understand the experience of Theatre of the Oppressed as a tool for activating change.

This training is for people who want to understand the basics of Theatre of the Oppressed. No prior experience is expected. Please note that this zoom training is participatory and will not be recorded.

Add [email protected] to your contacts to make sure your receive your confirmation.

07/31/2026

Hey, Jokers! Theatre of the Oppressed NYC will hold monthly, hour-long, online gatherings, from August through December of this year. During these, the Theatre of the Oppressed NYC team will facilitate an activity, hold a short discussion, and make time for Q & A. Attendees may be invited to share, and can exchange contact information to continue conversations beyond the zoom!

Join us for "Jokers, Assemble!"
Friday, August 14, 2026 at 11am-12pm EDT
Facilitated by Julián Pimiento & Sulu LeoNimm
RSVP at www.tonyc.nyc/events to get the Zoom link
Free (donations welcome!)

These gatherings are for jokers at any level, and people who want to hear more about Theatre of the Oppressed. Come through and say hello!

Please add [email protected] to your email contacts, so that you receive your confirmation email.

Please note that this zoom meeting is participatory and will not be recorded.

Other dates:
September 11, 2026
October 9, 2026
November 13, 2026
December 11, 2026

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Monday	10am - 6pm
Tuesday	10am - 6pm
Wednesday	10am - 6pm
Thursday	10am - 6pm
Friday	10am - 6pm

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