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Senior Theatre Acting, Directing and more!

The Senior Theatre Resource Center

Here are many acting and directing resources you’re going to find very useful!

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IMPROV STARTERS
Bonnie L. Vorenberg

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 

 

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BARRIER-FREE THEATRE: Including Everyone in Theatre Arts--in Schools, Recreation, and Arts Programs --Regardless of their (Dis)Ability
Sally Bailey

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!

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

 

MakeuptableNEW!
MAKEUP FOR OLDER ACTORS--Defining Your Character
Patti Schulte

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

 

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DIRECTING OLDER ACTORS
Bonnie L. Vorenberg

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

 

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ACTING IN TELEVISON COMMERCI ALS
Buddy Powell

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

 

stcThe Guide to the field--SENIOR THEATRE CONNECTIONS: Senior Theatre Performing Groups, Professionals and Resources
Bonnie L. Vorenberg

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 

 

seasoned bookSEASONED THEATRE: A Guide to Creating and Maintaining a Senior Adult Theatre
Martha Haarbauer

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 actitites new cover smallerDRAMA ACTIVITIES WITH OLDER ADULTS: A Handbook for Leaders
Anne H. Thurman & Carol Ann Piggins

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 

 

 

Enriching new cover smallerENRICHING AN OLDER PERSON’S LIFE THROUGH SENIOR THEATRE
Bonnie L. Vorenberg

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 

 

 

golden stage smallerTHE GOLDEN STAGE: Dramatic Activities for Older Adults
Ann McDonough

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  

 

never act03NEVER ACT YOUR AGE
Dr. Dale Anderson, M.D.

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    

 

notes2Winner of many Awards!
NOTES ON DIRECTING
Frank Hauser and Russell Reich

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.

  • Winner Book of the year in Foreword Magazine,
  • Winner IPPY for the Best Performing Arts Book in  Independent Publisher
  • Finalist for “Outstanding book on theatre or live performance” from the Theatre Library Association
  • Candidate for Best Books in Library Journal--simply a great book!  

$19.95 

 

primeACTING IN PRIME TIME: A Guide to Breaking into Show Business for the Mature Actor
Terry Chayefsky

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!
$15.95 

The ArtAge Senior Theatre Resource Center

Play and Book Directory

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Senior Theatre  Directing, Acting and more!

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Monologues and Scenes

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Bringing the Arts to Less Active Adults

Grantwriting and Fundraising

Creative Drama and Improvisation

Musicals

Theatre Games

Theatre with a Message

Dance

Makeup

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