Mobilizing aesthetics in psychodramatic group work

In this article, the author suggests that aesthetic factors can help to enhance the here-and-now experiential dimension of psychodramatic group work. This in turn promises to leave a deeper, multisensorial imprint upon the protagonist and other players. The author also proposes that shared aesthetic experiences can help to deepen therapeutic rapport between participants and the therapist. The article offers examples of aesthetic options and preparatory approaches that can be utilized for mobilizing the full artistic potential of psychodrama. Vignettes from various dramas, together with participant reflections, are used to illustrate the author’s central thesis.