The human body can be challenging and cringey to talk about. Fiction is then of great use — as a vehicle to explore in a creative, fun and non-threatening way. Let’s discuss the benefits and limitations of the humorous treatment of bodily taboos. Through the productions in this session, we will dive into the deep, deep sea of hormonal turmoil and ask questions like: How can humor contribute to making audiences digest and process the subject matter? Whose perspective is the most effectual to convey your story? Issues of stigmatization and stereotyping are inevitable. How do you avoid falling into the trap of being too didactic — while also creating a relevant and interesting story? We promise: it will be hot!
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