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The Senior Theatre Resource Center |
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Here are many acting and directing resources you’re going to find very useful!
Now you can liven up your improvisations with these Improv Starters. The deck of 35 expression cards, 8 1/2 X 11” on bright cover stock, can be used as starters for storytelling, in drama class to work on vocal expression, or as a way to stimulate improvisations. the flash card deck will become treasured tool, especially when you run low on ideas! $15.00
Barrier-Free Theatre is a useful book, filled with nuts-and-bolts, hands-on, comprehensive guide for making drama accessible to people of all ages. Written for drama teachers and directors, recreation leaders, therapists, and other group leaders, this book explains in simple, non-technical language how to make accommodations for successful participation in creative drama, improvisation, puppetry, traditional plays, and new plays. Sally shows you tips and tricks that help actors gain self-confidence, find new ways to express themselves, and work effectively and creatively with others. Easy to read and full of great ideas! Winner of the Distinguished Book Award from AATE! This comprehensive, state-of-the-art resource is a huge gold mine of methods, content, and sage advice, peppered with success stories. What a find! $36.00
This TipSheet shows Senior Theatre performers how to use makeup to bring their characters to life! Learn new techniques, products, and tools for a flawless application. Discover how to adapt your makeup to accommodate older skin, wrinkles, balding heads, and other ‘joys’ of aging! You’ll discover how makeup, if applied well, can give your acting a whole new sense of strength and clarity. It make a huge difference! E-document $10.00
Directing older actors can be an extremely rewarding experience, especially if you learn some basic techniques and adaptations. Using the Directing Survey and the author’s experience as a guide, this TipSheet covers tips and tricks to help you be more successful. It includes organization, staging, memorization, choosing scripts, casting, and more. It will help you leap over the barriers so your directing experience is exhilarating! E-document $15.00
Across the country, seniors and baby boomer performers are discovering that local advertising companies are looking for bright, charming, and friendly actors to appear in TV, radio, and print media promotions. Learn the skills necessary to pursue this fun (& profitable!) hobby. E-document $15.00
This comprehensive and illustrated source book of performing groups, professionals and resources brings all of senior theatre into one volume. Discover performing groups, professionals as well as scripts, books, articles, and ideas to create theatre magic with older performer. Featured in TIME Magazine! A must have for your library! For more information click here. $24.95
After many years of working with senior actors, the author has written a virtual road map how to establish and maintain a senior theatre. Answer your questions about how to organize, recruit, and work with older actors, choose appropriate material, make technical decisions, locate a space, attract audiences, generate funds, and more. $13.95
Drama comes alive in this practical guide. With step-by-step instructions, directing creative drama, improvisation and basic acting becomes easy. Includes 50 activities to stimulate senses, awaken imagination, encourage interaction and stimulate verbal communication. Great for use in the classroom or actor training and is a wonderful tool for activity directors. $45.95
Bonnie’s pioneering book forms the basis for the modern senior theatre movement. It’s a handbook and practical guide to creating a senior theatre program. The book guides the reader through creating a program, selecting materials, and creating a performance. Includes helpful hints and a valuable appendix to make your efforts successful. $18.95
Seniors will make an entrance onto stage with this book that introduces them to the art and craft of acting. Includes a variety of theatre games and exercises in managing stage fright, concentration, relaxation and memorization. Learn how to prepare for auditions, analyze characters and perform scenes. Plus practical suggestions for crafting both musical and oral history reviews. $19.95
Learn how to use theatre for a healthier, more active life. The witty, whimsical Dr. Dale keeps you in stitches as he prescribes acting and laughter to help you feel years younger. Gain a new outlook on how being on stage can bring you health, success, and a fuller life. Inspirational! $14.95
More than a how-to book, this is a tool of immense value to actors, writers, students, and teachers. Here is what all directors need to know, and what every actor and audience member wants them to know.
$19.95
Success assured—for every arts and aging project you create! From the leaders in the arts and aging movement, this book provides detailed information, examples, and suggestions about how to create an arts and aging program. The 10 chapters, 235 pages cover everything: how the arts benefit older adults, the arts and aging services, program design and implementation, evaluation, public awareness, and more. With an appendix rich with resources, you’ll have plenty of advice and examples to enhance your own successful arts and aging program. $35.00
By Amy Gorman Amy profiles 12 visual and performing artists from age 85-105. This rich collection of photos and recollections demonstrate the value of creativity during any age of our lives. Includes “7 Songs of Women’s Lives,” a CD by Frances Kandl. They are based on the women featured in “Aging Artfully.” A lovely book, inspiring...a joy to read and share.”Aging Artfully received a bronze medal in the 2007 Independent Publisher National and Regional Book Awards! “Gorman shows the satisfaction and productivity that positive attitudes bring to lives long-lived.” Ken Dychtwald Ph.D. $20.00
Get the inside story on on acting in commercials and films. Learn how to become a model, do voice overs, or work as an extra. Also includes information about agents, casting directors, training programs, unions, and more. It could be the beginning of a new career! Try acting in commercials! |
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The Guide to the field--
THE GOLDEN STAGE: Dramatic Activities for Older Adults
NEVER ACT YOUR AGE 
ACTING IN PRIME TIME: A Guide to Breaking into Show Business for the Mature Actor |
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ArtAge Senior Theatre Resource Center We help older performers fulfill their theatrical dreams! Copyright 2012 ArtAge Publications. All rights reserved. |