This article addresses the process of experimental theatre performed among the community and also Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) patients and the types of experimental theatre that are most suitable for identifying the step ladder of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). The study was conducted because, in essence, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a disease with a potential problem not only in Malaysia but also worldwide. Although this is so, when the issue of mental illness is raised, there are still individuals who do not understand the true state of an OCD patient, and some even think negatively about those who suffer from OCD mental illness. Society should play a role in reducing the negative perception of OCD patients. Of course, in this case, one of the ways to convey the strong message of understanding OCD patients is by performing experimental theatre in the community. In terms of the approach, a mini experimental theatre was performed based on the theatre of two worlds’ concept developed by Peter Brook, combined with the application of symbolic interaction theory by Herbert Mead. Data collection was conducted by using qualitative methods to show the processes involved in the experimental theatre which should be tailored to the community level of ability and knowledge of OCD. So, based on the process of experimental theatre, it was found that various forms or genres, such as physical theatre, playback, surrealism, and realism. These genres appear which could assist the community in identifying the step ladder of the OCD mental illness. However of the four genres, the most appropriate is physical theatre after that playback theatre can also provide an adequate solution. Apart from that, these experimental theatres could also be used to help change people’s views on mental illness and also make a positive impression on OCD patients in the community.
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