From ancient times drama and theatre has played a major part in our lives. Today movies, music and theatre continues to play a key part in the soundtrack and backdrop of our lives.  Drama and performance is also harnessed in all sorts of environments from schools, corporate boardrooms and prisons to help people learn, boost their performance skills and turn their lives around.  But do we really appreciate how powerful drama has the power to help and heal in all areas of our lives?

Last week I caught up with former actress/playwrite, Claire Schrader, author of Ritual Theatre. Claire is a  drama therapist who works with all sorts of individual groups. As a coach with a background in media and as a singer-songwriter I was keen to discuss there issues. Here’s our first chat, I hope you enjoy it.

Rasheed Ogunlaru is a leading coach / speaker with a  background in media, PR and as a singer/songwriter.