Drama Activities With Older Adults: A Handbook for Leaders - Paperback

by Anne Thurman (Author), Carol Ann Piggins (Author)

Lead older adults in creative drama activities. This practical handbook provides step-by-step instructions for conducting over 50 introductory activities to stimulate the senses, awaken the imagination, activate body movement, encourage interaction, and stimulate verbal communication.

Author Biography

Anne H. Thurman is Professor of Theater at Northwestern University and has been a national leader in the field of Creative Drama for many years. She has much firsthand experience leading drama sessions with seniors., Carol Ann Piggins is Director of Creative Education Associates in Racine, Wisconsin and has extensive experience in the area of Creative Drama. She writes for many regional and national publications and is a frequent contributor to the Instructor.