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 [email protected].

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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ABOUT TODAY'S GUEST:

Natasha Rekhi is a drama educator and public speaker based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. She has taught children in Europe, Asia and the Middle East.

During the global pandemic she founded Theatre4Kids: a virtual drama education program that has since been accessed by 15 nationalities across two continents. She is also a teacher of drama at the International School of Amsterdam and a presenter on the radio station Broadcast Amsterdam.

Natasha aspires to make theatre education accessible to children around the world by providing a safe, convenient and multicultural learning environment that promotes diversity and inclusion and develops empathetic and innovative thinkers of tomorrow.

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Kim Adams is an American raising three daughters along with her math-teaching husband of 20 years. She loves photography, reading, thunderstorms, walking on the beach, camping where there are no bugs, and has a weakness for mint chocolate chip ice cream.

To inquire how Kim can support you, send an email or use the contact form.

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