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Telling the Stories of Life Through Guided Autobiography Groups

$20.95

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.

SKU: 9063160 Categories: Books, HOW TO RESOURCES Tags: Create Theatre from Memories, Longer Play
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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.  Helps you organize, record, and share life experiences through a proven and effective technique. Perfect for developing scripts from life stories.

An Excellent Book and a Customer Favorite!

 

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James Birren

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Kathryn Cochran

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