Seasoned Theatre: A Guide to Creating and Maintaining a Senior Adult TheatreDemographics prove that senior citizens are a growing percentage of our societyand 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:
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Funding | 20 |
Attracting and Accommodating Senior Adults | 35 |
Training New Thespians | 42 |
Copyright | |
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