Subscribe on Substack, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube (with subtitles) – Applied Theatre Podcast
In this episode I speak with Sulu LeoNimm, Executive Director and Joker at Theatre of the Oppressed NYC.
Sulu shares their journey from performer and theatre maker into applied practice rooted in the work of Augusto Boal, and reflects on what it means to use theatre as a tool to explore power, dialogue and collective action in contemporary contexts.
We discuss:
– The role of the Joker in facilitating forum theatre – How Theatre of the Oppressed operates in New York City today – Building work in collaboration with communities – The relationship between artistry and social change – The continued relevance of Boal’s techniques – And the importance of goals driven practice in 2026
This episode considers how applied theatre continues to evolve in response to shifting political, social and cultural landscapes, and what it means to create work that is both rigorous and responsive. Thank you Sulu for your time.
Theatre of the Opressed NYC: Website - https://www.tonyc.nyc Instagram - @tonyc_action
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