We are pleased to present two new articles to TPJ. The first is from Richard Gustin, called From Conception to Performance:   Ensemble in 20 Minutes: Found Text Exploration.  In it he describes an exercise that helps actors “explore and develop Found Text in a group setting toward the creation of a vibrant performance piece.”

Our second new article is from Rebecca Easton Reardon, called Acting and Nursing: Engaging Through Applied Theatre. Easton describes a course she has created using applied theatre techniques with medical professionals.  Her goal is “is to help acting instructors develop similar projects if they feel that their students might gain some insight from delving into applied theatre themselves.”

We hope you find both of these pieces thought-provoking and useful.  Please feel free to add your thoughts in the comment section.

Paul Kassel
Managing Editor