Trauma–Informed Practices for 9-12 Theatre Education (1)

By: Jimmy Chrismon and Adam W. Carter

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Synopsis: This resource bridges the worlds of education, mental health, and the performing arts to offer a comprehensive roadmap for 9–12 theatre educators looking to promote safe, supportive, and creative spaces for their students. Written by a seasoned theatre educator and a licensed mental health clinician, this book explores trauma-informed teaching techniques tailored specifically for theatre classrooms, encompassing both acting and production processes. Chapters cover a broad range of topics, from fostering resilience in students to collaborating with caregivers, administrators, and communities across the educational journey. The authors introduce essential concepts such as intimacy direction and consent, ensuring ethical and inclusive practices. They also provide strategies for teachers to prioritize their own self-care. Core themes and objectives include: trauma-informed teaching, holistic theatre production, community engagement, ethical theatre practices, and educator wellness. Packed with practical exercises for exploration, discussion questions for book studies, and meticulously researched insights, this resource strikes a balance between therapeutic guidance and professional development. Ideal for 9–12 theatre educators in drama classrooms, after-school programs, and more, this guide equips you with the tools to support students who may have experienced trauma, empowering them in performing arts environments while maintaining healthy boundaries.

Book Quality:: Publisher Quality
Book Size:: 182 Pages
ISBN-13:: 9781040359761
Related ISBNs:: 9781032771724, 9781040359754, 9781032771717, 9781003482222
Publisher:: Taylor & Francis
Date of Addition:: 06/11/25
Copyrighted By:: Jimmy Chrismon and Adam W. Carter, The right of Jimmy Chrismon and Adam W. Carter to be identified as authors of this work has been asserted in accordance with sections
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: Nonfiction, Art and Architecture, Literature and Fiction, Education, Drama, Plays and Theater, Philosophy, Sociology
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Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.