Drama Therapy

Nippon Maru, carrying over 240 youth from 11 different countries of the word set its journey to Sri Lanka from the port of Yokohama, Japan on January 29. A group of the delegates from the 30th batch of the ship for World Youth Programme chose Thidora Theatre workshop to gain insights on how the traditional attitudes of disability could be changed in a creative spectrum.
The workshop was conducted by Rohana Deva and Ramani Damayanthi. The keynote speech delivered by Professor Sunnanda Mahendra. The young crowd mingled with the disabled students of the Thidora Theatre and explored the art of utilitarian creativity.
“I appreciate that I learned important things here. …. I began to feel my own body and emotions,” said Ryoko from Osaka.
“It was such an absolutely lovely job. I am thankful to the Institute for sharing the gift of music and dance with us,” Noemi del Castilo from Mexico said.
Nikki Vivienne from Australia said, “I saw a wonderful family at Thidora Theatre. It was a privilege to be here with them. I sincerely hope they will receive more recognition and support for their amazing work. They offered a voice to the disabled community. It truly touched my heart and gave me hope in humanity.”
[Pictures by Ruwan de Silva.]

A book on Special education written by Rohana Deva

Appreciating our work and our method of Drama Therapy which is being practiced by Thidora as a tool to enhance the communication skills of disable persons, Youth leaders around the world followed a training session at the National Youth Council Services auditorium, Maharagama. The workshop was conducted by Rohana Deva and Ramani Damayanyhi. It was organized by SLV Volunteers –Sri Lanka.
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In commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the faculty of Medicine of the University of Kelaniya organized a medical exhibition, MEDKEL 2016. It was held at the faculty premises. Along with the MEDKEL 2016 the Department of Disability Studies of the Faculty organized an ‘inclusive event’ for all, including children and adults with disabilities. According to the invitation of Prof. W. Abeyewickreme, Chairman of the Exhibition Committee, ThIDORA butterflies showcased their talents on the inclusive stage and it was highly appreciated.

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Stigma against the disabled is strong in Sri Lanka. Through drama therapy, the Theatre Institute for Disability Oriented Research and Advocacy aims to show society how able they are. To read “Drama Therapy Teaches Personal, Practical Skills in Sri Lanka” on Global Press please click the link.
https://globalpressjournal.com/asia/sri_lanka/drama-therapy-teaches-personal-practical-skills-in-sri-lanka/

Drama Therapy Teaches Personal, Practical Skills in Sri Lanka Stigma against the disabled is strong in Sri Lanka. Through drama therapy, the Theatre Institute for Disability Oriented Research and Advocacy aims to show society how able they are.

Team ThIDORA thrilled and enjoyed their Annual Picnic on March 27, 2015, to Down South Sri Lanka. www.thidoratheatre.org

Directed by Rohana Deva

Directed by Rohana Deva