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Responsible care in actor training: effective support for occupational health training in drama schools

Prior, R. W., Maxwell, I., Szabo, M. and Seton, M. C. (2015) Responsible care in actor training: effective support for occupational health training in drama schools. Theatre, Dance and Performance Training. 6(1) 1944-3927.

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Abstract:
How actors are adequately prepared for their lifetime of work can be a vexed issue. However what is emerging in the field is data that suggests more can be done to prepare those entering the acting profession and to support actors throughout their career development. This article argues that teaching staff, support staff and industry partners might usefully enter into conscious dialogue with each other about ensuring a healthier interplay between students’ developmental needs, course expectations and workplace culture. Otherwise, students can be caught in a dilemma between accessing personal and interpersonal support as well as being professional and industry-ready.
Uncontrolled Keywords:
Actor training, student health, drama schools, occupational vulnerabilities, health and wellbeing, responsible care
Creators:
Prior, R. W., Maxwell, I., Szabo, M. and Seton, M. C.
Faculties, Divisions and Institutes:
Faculties > Faculty of Arts, Science & Technology > Journalism, Media & Performance
Date:
26 March 2015
Date Type:
Publication
Journal or Publication Title:
Theatre, Dance and Performance Training
Volume:
6
Number:
1
Language:
English
DOI:
10.1080/19443927.2014.993568
ISSN:
1944-3927
Status:
Published / Disseminated
Refereed:
Yes
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