Community Healing and Theater

INSTRUCTOR INFO

Keela Johnson

kjohnso2@pdx.edu

COURSE CRN

• Spring 2025

  • 63533

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This Capstone project collaborates with Portland Playhouse and aims to help the production company address oppressive narratives, tropes, and the experiences of its artists and community members. Utilizing Critical Race Theory, Goffman’s Dramaturgical Theory, along with various movies, shows, and readings, PSU students will critique production scripts, develop reports and feedback, and identify best practices for promoting community healing and accountability in the upcoming production season. This will be accomplished through TalkBack activities and resources designed for both the production team and community members. 

Course Goals:

Our goal is to amplify the voices that have been silenced, as we believe in owning our stories.

CONTACT INFO

Keela Johnson

kjohnso2@pdx.edu