What is "Theatre for the Very Young"?
What does theatre look like for children who are so young they may not use words to communicate? How do theatre artists engage preschoolers in a way that is different than elementary students?
In Europe, parts of Asia, and Australia, theatre for this unique age group is a well-established art-form, but here in the United States it is relatively new to the theatre scene.
Below you will find a list of resources all about "Baby Theatre" or "Theatre for the Very Young" (TVY) and what makes this special kind of theatre unique.
Child Development and Arts Education: A review of Current Research and Best Practices
Filled with Wonder: 5 Attributes of Quality Theatre for the Very Young
American Theatre Magazine: Baby Theatre Comes of Age
Why Children's Theatre Matters
Theatre, Youth, and Culture: A Critical and Historical Exploration By Manon van de Water
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Polka Theatre (London, UK)
Children's Theatre Company (Minneapolis, MN)
More resources in Theatre for the Very Young
In Europe, parts of Asia, and Australia, theatre for this unique age group is a well-established art-form, but here in the United States it is relatively new to the theatre scene.
Below you will find a list of resources all about "Baby Theatre" or "Theatre for the Very Young" (TVY) and what makes this special kind of theatre unique.
Child Development and Arts Education: A review of Current Research and Best Practices
Filled with Wonder: 5 Attributes of Quality Theatre for the Very Young
American Theatre Magazine: Baby Theatre Comes of Age
Why Children's Theatre Matters
Theatre, Youth, and Culture: A Critical and Historical Exploration By Manon van de Water
Theatre for Babies Tumblr
Polka Theatre (London, UK)
Children's Theatre Company (Minneapolis, MN)
More resources in Theatre for the Very Young