Transcript Autism and Theater

Autism and the
Performing Arts
Building An Empowering Paradigm
Anna Hargadon Peterson, Lita Little Giddins
SVA’s R&J Auditions Clip
Why the Arts?
Why Shakespeare?
Why Music and Movement?
What WE are Learning:
SVA’s Empowerment Statements
1. I am worthy of respect and connection.
2. I always have a choice.
3. I know how my strengths & weaknesses affect my life.
4. I am in charge of my future.
5. I have the flexibility to solve life’s challenges.
6. I can do hard things.
7. We all need each other.
8. I find joy in the journey.
Romeo and Juliet the Musical:
Opening Number and Scene
Questions and
Discussion
Links: Find Out More & Follow the Story
ScenicView Academy: www.svacademy.org
ScenicView Academy Fine Arts Program: www.svacademy.org/finearts
SVA YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ScenicViewAcademy
Thank You