Trauma-Informed Practices for 9-12 Theatre Education

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Title: Trauma-Informed Practices for 9-12 Theatre Education
Language: English
Authors: Jimmy Chrismon, Adam W. Carter
Source: Eye on Education. 2025.
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Peer Reviewed: N
Page Count: 182
Publication Date: 2025
Intended Audience: Teachers
Document Type: Book
Guides - Classroom - Teacher
Education Level: Secondary Education
Descriptors: Trauma Informed Approach, Secondary Education, Secondary School Students, Drama Education, Theater Arts, Mental Health, Teaching Methods, Acting, Resilience (Psychology), Caregivers, Teacher Administrator Relationship, Community Involvement, Intimacy, Consent, Ethics, Inclusion, Holistic Approach, Wellness, Secondary School Teachers
ISBN: 978-1-03-277172-4
Abstract: 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.
Abstractor: As Provided
Entry Date: 2025
Access URL: https://www.routledge.com/Trauma-Informed-Practices-for-9-12-Theatre-Education/Chrismon-Carter/p/book/9781032771724
Accession Number: ED676038
Database: ERIC
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Abstract: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.
ISBN:978-1-03-277172-4