Date: February 2025
Ep 26
In this rich and energising conversation, host Laura Bailey speaks with Tony Cealy, an acclaimed theatre practitioner and cultural producer, about the transformative power of drama, improvisation, and play in community and justice settings. Tony shares how he moved from an initial career in accountancy to working with some of society’s most marginalized groups through creative and participatory theatre.
We explore how Tony uses forum theatre, psychodrama, and improvisation to promote behavioural change, community empowerment, and policy advocacy. From working in prisons to shaping health systems, Tony’s work challenges injustice, champions unheard voices, and inspires change from the ground up.
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Links:
Tony Cealy’s website
Theatre of the Oppressed
Cardboard Citizens