Future Directions for the Janus Project

By Tiberius Vasiniuc, University of Arts, Târgu-Mureș

Following the completion of the Janus Project, several key steps can guide its continued dev

elopment and wider adoption across educational contexts.

1. Targeted Adaptation for Different Educational Levels

The project’s methodology has shown varying levels of ease and applicability across age groups. Moving forward, efforts can focus on tailoring activities and stages to meet the developmental and cognitive needs of each group. This could involve creating simplified approaches for younger students and more structured guidance for secondary and higher education learners, ensuring all participants can engage meaningfully with the methodology.

2. Stage-Specific Support and Resources

Certain stages of the autobiographical theatre methodology—such as Transcription, Research, and Narrative-Fictionalization—pose greater challenges. Developing supplementary resources, examples, and step-by-step guides could facilitate smoother implementation, particularly for stages that require higher levels of abstraction or creative synthesis.

3. Professional Development for Educators

For sustainable implementation, teachers and university staff may benefit from workshops, training sessions, and collaborative platforms. These initiatives can help educators understand the methodology in depth, share best practices, and adapt it to their specific classroom or artistic contexts.

4. Expansion and Pilot Programs

The methodology can be tested in additional schools, higher education institutions, or community programs. Pilot programs could provide practical feedback, refine the methodology, and generate case studies to illustrate its impact, supporting further scaling of the project.

5. Integration of Assessment and Reflection Tools

Introducing tools for both self-assessment and teacher feedback can strengthen the methodology’s impact. These tools could help participants track progress through each stage, reflect on creative and personal growth, and inform educators on how to adjust activities for maximum effectiveness.

6. Digital and Multimedia Enhancements

Leveraging technology to support stages such as Transcription, Research, and Performance could improve accessibility and engagement. Online platforms, interactive guides, or digital storytelling tools could make the methodology more adaptable and sustainable in diverse learning environments.

7. Community and Cross-Institution Collaboration

Fostering networks among schools, universities, and cultural institutions can encourage collaboration, resource sharing, and joint projects. Such networks would support long-term sustainability and help the Janus Project evolve in response to emerging educational and artistic needs.

The Janus Project has laid a strong foundation for integrating autobiographical theatre into education. By focusing on tailored adaptations, stage-specific support, professional development, pilot programs, assessment tools, digital enhancements, and collaborative networks, the project can continue to grow and sustain its impact across educational levels and artistic contexts.

Universitatea de Arte Târgu Mures (Romania)

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