Theatre Skills for Life, with Natasha Rekhi - Expat Family Connection | Lyssna här

Theatre gives kids a chance to relax and express themselves -- and explore new ways of being -- outside the boundaries of classroom rules or societal expectations.

"When they're in a very safe environment, like a theater class, they feel very relaxed because it's not like the general classroom environment. They also don't know what to expect, so it is a bit of a surprise. It's a safe place. It's a social place."

Theatre helps develop language and communication skills, resilience in stressful situations, and acceptance of people from different backgrounds.

We also talk about

Being playful together, even if you don't have a creative bone in your body;
The benefits of collaboration in any form;
The four C's woven into all of Theatre4Kids sessions: Communication, Concentration, Creativity, and Confidence.

and more.

RESOURCES mentioned in the episode:

For the latest opportunities to build theatre skills with ages 5-17 -- summer camps, virtual productions and interactive virtual plays on Zoom where audience and actors solve the mystery together! -- contact thetheatre4kids@gmail.com.

Online drama is a creative and engaging activity, safe and convenient for families. It's a great way for kids to socialize, share and connect with children living in different countries, and a virtual production provides a great way for families and old friends to connect long distance.

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