"Dramatherapy and Social Theatre: Necessary Dialogues" considers the nature of drama, theater and drama therapy examining how drama therapy has evolved over the past decade and how the relationship between drama therapy and social theater has developed as a result of this. In this book Sue Jennings brings together international drama therapists and theater practitioners to challenge, clarify, describe and debate some of the theoretical and practical issues in drama therapy and social theater. Contributors cover topics including: drama therapy in communities; ground rules and definitions; cross-cultural perspectives; drama therapy with adoptive and foster families; and, research with professional actors. "Dramatherapy and Social Theatre" is illustrated throughout with case vignettes providing examples of how theater and therapeutic processes can be brought together. It will be valuable reading for both professionals and students involved in drama therapy and theater studies.