Here are the courses that will be offered in fall that are connected to INNER VOICES Social Issues Theatre,
Intro to Social Issues Theatre (THEA 218/GWS 218)
An introductory exploration/survey of community-based and social issues in theatre's rich histories, theories, and practices. Lively connection of social issues in today’s world through discussion, participation, lecture, and performance!
MON & WED / 1–2:50 PM, Allen Hall – courses.illinois.edu/schedule/2025/fall/THEA/218
Leading Post-Performance Dialog (THEA 417/GWS 417)
Arts engagement exploration and the dramaturge in social issues theatre. Includes hands-on experience of animateur (facilitation) work with INNER VOICES Social Issues Theatre. This is a great class for those who want to use theatre in their work (social workers, educators, and other community-focused practitioners).
TUE & THUR / 4–4:50 PM, 134 Armory – courses.illinois.edu/schedule/2025/fall/THEA/417
Devising Social Issues Theatre (THEA 417/GWS 418)
Focus on writing and devising theatre explicitly concerned with social issues in the community context. Works created in this course often go on to be performed by the ensemble.
WED / 1:30–4:30 PM, 160 Armory – courses.illinois.edu/schedule/2025/fall/THEA/418
INNER VOICES Social Issues Theatre Ensemble (THEA 400M)
The focus of the ensemble is public performances. Open to all students. While past experience is useful, it is not necessary. Students may choose to receive credit for their participation in the ensemble.
TUE, WED & THURS / 5–7 PM, 160 Armory – courses.illinois.edu/schedule/2025/fall/THEA/400