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Augusto Boal (1931-2009) was a theatre director and dramatist based in Brazil. Known as the founder of the Theater of the Oppressed, Boal's innovative methods transformed theatre into a tool for social change, emphasizing interaction and participation from the audience. His practice focused on themes of empowerment, social justice, and community activism, enabling spectators to act out solutions to daily social issues on stage.Boal's significant works include "Theatre of the Oppressed," a transformative theatre methodology that has been applied worldwide from educational settings to professional stages. This approach has been influential globally, leading to his recognition with the 2008 UNESCO Prize for the Promotion of the Arts. He also served as a Vereador (city councilor) in Rio de Janeiro, where he further advocated for legislative change through theatre.
