Name of event: Lysistrata's Children
Organizer & location of event: Theater for the New City
One of the most powerful scenes consisted of the children role-playing acts of violence/war. The loud drums and the repetitive nature of the acts of violence expressed just how choreographed and strategic war really is. While seeing the youth act this out, I was reminded that there are children in other countries who fight and kill daily. Sharing this kind of information and/or going to see such a production as this is such a great tool. Discussing such issues and really delving into them is key for students. As an educator, I want desperately for my students to become critical thinkers and mindful citizens of the world. Although at times it may prove difficult, denying them such knowledge as seen in this production is detrimental to their growth as such individuals; it is so important that they be exposed to, that they critically think about, and question such acts and issues.
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I watched this play with Una and I was very impressed by how children were expressing their concerns about the violence and the war. As I watched this play, I began to question about how I would introduce the issues of wars and the conflicts to my students.
Since it’s a controversial topic to discuss, I feel like I need to have a better knowledge and be aware of how students will respond and their feelings to this issue that is still going on in our generation. I also thought that role play of the characters made it more realistic for students to understand and reflect on the critical issue.
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