Drama Therapy Model in the Context of Chinese Philosophy

The article develops a model of psychological influence on actors based on the key concepts of the philosophical teachings of the Chinese thinker Chuang Tzu and the theory of drama therapy. By introducing key concepts of Chuang Tzu, such as "cleansing the heart" (Xin Zhai), "forgetting in sitting" (zuo wang) and "equalizing things" (qi wu) into the interdisciplinary space of psychological and philosophical discourses, and integrating them with the symbolic-ritual mechanism of drama therapy, the model of the "Theater of Consciousness" is substantiated." (Xin Lin Ju chang). The combination of the concept of the "theater of consciousness", containing ideas about the body and psyche in the philosophy of Chuang Tzu, with the theory of drama therapy, is designed to answer the problem of adaptability of existing methods of psychological influence in the context of Eastern culture. Elements of Chuang Tzu's philosophical concept, such as "equalizing things," "cleansing the heart," and "forgetting in sitting," provide a deep philosophical foundation and value perspective for bodily and mental transformation, contemplation of emotions, and deconstruction of the actor's self. This approach involves not only theoretical construction, but also specific practical steps in working with acting techniques. The present study is based on the integration of Chuang Tzu's philosophy and the theory of drama therapy, with the aim of creating a model of psychological impact for actors. The intercultural theoretical framework of the research is based on the concept of "Theater of Consciousness", which opens up new ways of psychological influence on the actor in modern theater education. Through the theoretical analysis and practical synthesis of these concepts, the study addresses the problem of the lack of adaptability of Western models of psychological impact in the Eastern context and suggests a way to localize them, suitable for the dual purpose of theater pedagogy and psychological support for actors. The results of the study show that the "Theater of Consciousness" model effectively promotes the regulation of emotions in actors, openness of bodily perception and freedom of role experience, which provides certain guidelines for the creation of psychotherapeutic mechanisms rooted in cultural tradition and Chinese philosophy.Thus, it can serve as a bridge between stagecraft and the mental well-being of a modern artist.