Have you watched the latest series of the BBC TV reality show The Traitors? Tim Armitage talks about why he feels this programme demonstrates the relevance of drama and theatre in mainstream media.

At the start to the new year, drama lessons have been invigorated by the popularity of The Traitors season 3, which really puts drama practice and theatre elements back on the entertainment map. It is like the whole country is enjoying a lesson in drama via the guided role-play game Mafia/Werewolf, with Claudia Winkleman as host (or drama teacher), the traitors in the role of mafia or werewolves, and the faithful in the role of villagers.
The programme has been set in a lavish Scottish Macbeth-like castle, with incredible costume and props that the BBC have at their disposal, with the occasional mission and twist added for good measure.
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