Stagecraft in Crisis: Theatre's Role as a Catalyst for Societal Healing and Change amidst the Covid-19 Pandemic
This study examines the multifaceted role of theatre in a Covid-19-affected society, focusing on its functions ineducation, entertainment, and social change. It explores theatre's capacity for raising awareness, disseminatingcritical health information, and providing therapeutic relief amidst the pandemic. The analysis examined thediscrepancy between advocated guidelines and actual practice within the theatre community, emphasizing theimportance of aligning actions with messages for credibility and impact.Keywords: Theatre, Covid-19, Social Change, Health Communication and Entertainment