Whether you are an amateur or skilled professional, we have something for you! Here you’ll find TipSheets, books, and some of our favorite tools for teaching improvisation. From time to time, we also present interactive workshops which are a great way to hone your skills.
All of the different tools to help you hone your skills!
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Age on Stage®: Lifewriti…
$19.95Joy Reilly takes you through the writing process as you...Theatre from memories
with this step by step guide
Joy Reilly takes you through the writing process as you create monologues that reflect your own story. The monologues, from funny to deeply personal, will inspire you! -
122 Best Loved Songs for …
$14.99These 122 tunes are the most memorable, fun and easy...Lyrics to
familiar tunes
These 122 tunes are the most memorable, fun and easy songs used in classes at senior centers, retirement housing, and other sites. Useful, easy, and fun! -
Creative Engagement: Usin…
$15.00Creative Engagement combines music, movement, and drama in a mixture that...Combining art forms is
great for your health
Creative Engagement combines music, movement, and drama in a mixture that promotes communication and broadens expression. -
Summer Dreams/Winter Wishes
$18.95These ten plays have dynamic and romantic older characters in...2 men, 1 woman
10 minute comedy
These ten plays have dynamic and romantic older characters in monologues, ten-minute shows, and one acts. -
Senior Theatre Online Mad…
$15.00 – $20.00Learn how to adapt classes and performances to online as...A great way to perform!
Not just during a pandemic
Learn how to adapt classes and performances to online as you learn and have fun!-
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Drama Activities with Old…
$48.95Drama comes alive in this practical guide. With step-by-step instructions,...Step by step instructions
to bring drama alive
Drama comes alive in this practical guide. With step-by-step instructions, directing creative drama, improvisation and basic acting becomes easy. -
New Plays for Mature Acto…
$24.95Anna and Virginia are having lunch at their regular restaurant...2 men, 3 women
90 minute comedy
Anna and Virginia are having lunch at their regular restaurant when Bea comes in asking for something to eat, upsetting their world. Lovely and funny! -
A Calf in the Kitchen: Ec…
$20.00This is a ranch woman's story, a tale of adversity...Life story of
Bonnie's mother
This is a ranch woman's story, a tale of adversity and disappointment balanced with the joy of delightful animals and colorful neighbors. -
Read a Play on Friday …
$20.00 – $39.95Read a Play Friday, June 25, 2021!-
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Acting in Television Comm…
$15.00 – $20.00Find out how bright, charming, and friendly older actors are...Make a little money
and have a lot of fun
Find out how bright, charming, and friendly older actors are working in television commercials, films, radio, and print.-
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The Challenge of Bureaucracy
$3.00 – $20.00 Sale!In search of her missing Social Security check, Finney navigates...cast of 5
7 minute comedy
In search of her missing Social Security check, Finney navigates her way through one hilarious "helper" to another only to find red tape and an (in)definite answer. Short, easy, and never-fail!-
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Bibliography for Senior T…
$15.00This complete list of books and dissertations plus magazine, journal,...Save time
finding resources
This complete list of books and dissertations plus magazine, journal, and newspaper articles will amaze you. -
Makeup for Older Actors: …
$10.00When Senior Theatre performers use makeup, they bring characters to...Makeup made easy
Tips for older performers
When Senior Theatre performers use makeup, they bring characters to life! Learn new techniques, products, and tools for a flawless application from a professional film/television/stage makeup artist. -
Funding Your Senior Theatre
$15.00Recently updated! Use these successful techniques to create stable and...Diverse funding sources
brings theatre to life
Recently updated! Use these successful techniques to create stable and sustainable funding for your Senior Theatre. -
New Plays for Mature Acto…
$24.95An older lady has not received her last Social Security...Flexible
7-10 minute comedy sketch
An older lady has not received her last Social Security check so she calls a bureaucrat for help. Short, easy and best of all, it's a ‘never fail’ script! -
How to Start a Senior Theatre
$15.00 – $20.00When you begin a Senior Theatre, you might feel like...Welcome to the wonderful
world of Senior Theatre!
When you begin a Senior Theatre, you might feel like you're working to create a magical company with no road map. Use this step-by-step guide to help you find success.-
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Senior Readers Theatre Ma…
$15.00 – $20.00With this concise guide, chock-full of simple techniques and practical...A successful format
great for older performers
With this concise guide, chock-full of simple techniques and practical advice, you're well on your way to bring this awarding and dynamic form of theatre to older actors.-
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Writing Plays for Senior …
$15.00 – $20.00Discover how to craft the shows that older actors love...How to write plays
for older actors
Discover how to craft the shows that older actors love to perform and audiences love to watch.-
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Age on Stage®: Comedies …
$24.95Best Seller! This collection of ten 10-minute comedies is a...cast varies 2-6
10, 10 minute plays
Best Seller! This collection of ten 10-minute comedies is a laugh fest all the way. Sparked with funny characters and humorous situations, lively dialogue, and just the right touch of charming goofiness. -
Engage! 28 Creative Enric…
$29.95If you want to stimulate older persons’ minds and imaginations,...Easy to use
thematic lesson plans
If you want to stimulate older persons’ minds and imaginations, this gem of a book is for you. Create sessions that are filled with creativity, exploration, and fun. -
Don’t Just Applaud&…
$15.95Create marketing and funding campaigns that get results by using...Make your program
financially stable
Create marketing and funding campaigns that get results by using the examples of flyers, brochures, posters, and letters. Excellent book! -
New Plays for Mature Actors
$24.95This ever-popular collection of ten plays brings you up-to-date characters...cast varies 2-8
run times 7-90 minutes
This ever-popular collection of ten plays brings you up-to-date characters in current situations with plenty of females roles. Useful for amateur to professionals. A classic Senior Theatre book! -
Connecting Through Music …
$22.95By Robin Rio This user-friendly book demonstrates how to use...Engage with simple
music and movement
By Robin Rio This user-friendly book demonstrates how to use simple music and movements to engage people with dementia, promoting relaxation and enjoyment. -
Senior Theatre Connection…
$19.95This comprehensive source book of performing groups, professionals and resources...A comprehensive guide
in one volume
This comprehensive source book of performing groups, professionals and resources brings all of Senior Theatre into one volume. Discover ways to create theatre magic with older performers. -
Seasoned Theatre: A Guide…
$18.50By Martha Haarbauer This book is a virtual road map...An indespensible guide
and virtual road map
By Martha Haarbauer This book is a virtual road map how to establish and maintain a Senior Theatre. -
Directing Older Actors
$15.00 – $20.00Discover the techniques, adaptations, and tips that make directing older...Discover why this
is so rewarding!
Discover the techniques, adaptations, and tips that make directing older actors into an extremely rewarding experience!-
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Make Money Producing Week…
$49.95This easy-to-read 'How To' manual guides you through every step...Weekday luncheon theatre
is a viable business!
This easy-to-read 'How To' manual guides you through every step of establishing your own weekday luncheon theatre business. -
Telling the Stories of Li…
$20.95By James E. Birren and Kathryn N. Cochran A great...Develop scripts
from life stories
By James E. Birren and Kathryn N. Cochran A great guide for creating theatre based on life stories. Learn from expert, James Birren, who for 25 years conducted autobiography groups.