International Playback Theatre Network (IPTN)

Formed in 1990, the International Playback Theatre Network (IPTN) is an association of Playback Theatre groups, practitioners and supporters. The IPTN exists to enable all of us to connect as a global community, foster networking and deepen collective learning and wisdom.

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The Vision

We in Playback Theatre embrace the unfolding of life and the inherent spontaneity of persons and communities within their cultural, social and political contexts. We recognise the universal longing for affirmation and for connection with others.

The spontaneous enactment of personal experience in Playback Theatre builds connection between people by honouring the dignity, drama and universality of their stories.

The Mission

The purpose of this association is to further the development of Playback Theatre worldwide by affirming and bringing forth both our unity and our diversity.

Through sharing our vision, we seek to enrich, strengthen, and inspire one another, and to maintain the aliveness of the Playback process.