The Dissent Ensemble is a collective of theatre artists and researchers committed to creating socially-engaged, interventionist performances through collaborative devising methods. The group operates with principles of collective creation and shared authorship, emphasising an allocentric approach where the focus is on community and social impact, rather than individual agendas. The ensemble work in horizontal structures of power and decision-making, ensuring all members have an equal say in the creative process. The ensemble’s performances are co-owned by the group, reflecting their belief in collective responsibility and the power of collaborative artistic expression.
