Hosted by the ArtSci Salon. Produced in collaboration with the Digital Dramaturgy Lab squared (DDL2) and the Interactive Media Lab (IML).

You are cordially and enthusiastically invited to an evening of celebration of the research project PLAYStrong – Mental Health and Interactive Prototypes for Self-Learning (2021-23).

PLAYStrong is a research project investigating opportunities and potentials for creative, performance-based, interactive and participatory learning (inspired by Brechtian concepts of learning plays) in support of everyday student mental health and wellbeing, focussed on prevention, awareness, playful self-discovery and solidarity.

the project is the product of a collaboration between the Digital Dramaturgy Lab squared (DDL2) and the Interactive Media Lab, U of T made possible thanks to an interdisciplinary XSEED grant. This was followed by an inaugural INLIGHT research award through the recently established INLIGHT Student Mental Health Research.

During the Dec 1 event, we will connect through conversations with the arts and science communities of praxis and critical engagement through sharing stories of learning, building new relationships, and embracing experimental music/performance with special guest Olivia Shortt

with Antje Budde, Artistic Research Director, Digital Dramaturgy Lab_squared

and Mark Chignell, Research Director, Interactive Media Lab

Food and non-alcoholic beverages (hot and cold) will be served.

Join the celebration!