Spect-actor: A Journal of Pedagogy & Theatre of the Oppressedis a peer-reviewed, annual, open-access journal dedicated to scholarship and practice where critical pedagogy and critical theatre meet. Inspired by Augusto Boal’s concept of the spect-actor, the journal centres work that moves beyond observation toward participation, dialogue, and collective transformation.

General submissions are warmly welcomed on a rolling basis throughout the year. In addition to our ongoing open call, the 2026 edition will include a curated special section.

See the Aims and Scope for more information about the journal.