Abstract

The purpose of this study was to explore how the use of the rehearsal process and Self-Revelatory performance could help achieve a deeper understanding of the author's personal story in the context of her larger family story. Through the rehearsal process, various childhood and adulthood themes spontaneously emerged and were explored using play, enactment and other drama therapy tools. The culmination of this process was a Self-Revelatory Performance, after which interaction and sharing amongst audience members as well as further reading and settling of themes, theories and thoughts provided the author with personal insights and understanding.