Signs of Change: New Directions in Theatre Education

by Joan Lazarus

There is no one-size-fits-all way to keep pace with the changes affecting students and those who educate them. That’s why Joan Lazarus has gathered here the insights of hundreds of theater teachers and teaching artists on how they have responded to the shifting demands of theater education in today’s schools. She paints a portrait of active, dynamic professionals who build vibrant programs and confront challenges in a variety of ways—from inclusive, interactive lessons to comprehensive programs that address the impact of poverty, race, gender, and spirituality on students’ lives. In the process, she shows how real teachers bring about real change. An accessible and up-to-date guide to best practices in theater education, this expanded and revised edition encompasses new hands-on activities—drawn from the author’s in-depth interviews and research.

352 pages, Paperback

First published August 15, 2012

Reviews

[Katie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Had to read it for grad school and I enjoyed it! Probably my favorite book I’ve had to read for this degree yet. I obviously wouldn’t read it for fun but it was good stuff!

[Zachary Pareizs · Rating 3 out of 5]

An interesting read!!!!!! Some good inspiration, a little more self-help than concrete ideas.