1st Edition

Trauma–Informed Practices for 9-12 Theatre Education

By Jimmy Chrismon, Adam W. Carter Copyright 2025
182 Pages 11 B/W Illustrations
by Eye On Education

182 Pages 11 B/W Illustrations
by Eye On Education

182 Pages 11 B/W Illustrations
by Eye On Education

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... Read more

Part 1: In Theory  1. Introduction  2. The Essential Role of Self-Care for Theatre Educators  3. Intersectionality  4. Intimacy Direction, Consent, and Boundaries  Part 2: In Practice  5. Pre-Production Processes  6. During Rehearsal and Run of Production Processes  7. Post-Production Processes  8. Trauma-Informed Practices in the Theatre Classroom  9. Conclusion

Biography

Jimmy Chrismon is Associate Professor of Theatre Teacher Education at Illinois State University, USA.

Adam W. Carter is the CEO of PATH, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to providing access to help services in Illinois, USA.