This article discusses the approaches of the theatre of the oppressed in the form of the rainbow of desire, a method of therapy and theatre created by Augusto Boal with psychology, especially with psychodrama. The theatre of the oppressed is often compared and even confused with psychodrama, hence the need to point out some similarities and differences between the two methods, the theories that inspired its creators, as well as the goals that they want to achieve. We will strive to discuss the use of rainbow of desire’s techniques, considering the preparation of the joker to apply them, their management and the authority conferred on it. Boalians’ techniques should be used carefully, and the applicator must not lose sight of the possible consequences such misuse may cause to their participants, since these techniques can mobilize a strong emotional content.
Theatertherapy; Psychotherapeutic techniques; Psychodrama; Psychotheatre