Seasoned Theatre

A Guide to Creating and Maintaining a Senior Adult Theatre

von Martha Haarbauer

144 Seiten, Taschenbuch

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Demographics prove that senior citizens are a growing percentage of our society--and that goes for theatre as well. With more than fifteen years experience working with both senior and student actors, Martha Haarbauer offers a practical guide to all aspects of establishing and maintaining a senior adult theatre. Readers will discover information on organizing, recruiting, and working with older actors; choosing appropriate material; making technical decisions; locating a place to work; attracting audiences; and generating funds to support the theatre group.Full of resources, examples, information, and guidelines, Seasoned Theatre is an essential book for: - those thinking of creating a senior adult theatre- established organizations interested in developing and sustaining their senior programs- theatre professionals eager to explore the possibilities of senior adult theatre work- theatre students wanting to learn about theatre management and professional opportunities- senior centers, retirement communities, and church groups inspired to develop their own senior adult theatre troupe.The extensive appendices and bibliography offer additional resources, plays for seniors, sample theatre bylaws, and a sample grant proposal.

• ISBN: 9780325001784
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 23.02.2000
• Größe: 229 x 153 mm
• Verlag: Heinemann Educational Books