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| Id | 851 | |
| Author | Bernard M., Rickett M., Pruchno R. | |
| Title | The cultural value of older peoples experiences of theater-making: A review | |
| Reference | Bernard M., Rickett M., Pruchno R.; The cultural value of older peoples experiences of theater-making: A review ;Gerontologist vol:57 issue: 2.0 page:e1 |
Link to article | https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85026314511&doi=10.1093%2fgeront%2fgnw093&partnerID=40&md5=df4b570e72a325b03a49361b79960b1d |
| Abstract | Purpose of the Study: Although a number of existing reviews document the health and social benefits of arts participation by older people, there are none which focus specifically on theater and drama. This article presents the findings of a study conducted as part of the UKs Arts and Humanities Research Council Cultural Value Project. The 2-year (2013-2015) Cultural Value Project sought to make a major contribution to how we think about the value of arts and culture to individuals and to society. It made 72 awards: 19 critical reviews of existing bodies of research, 46 research development awards to carry out new research, and 7 expert workshop awards to facilitate discussions among academics and practitioners. Together, these awards explored the components of cultural value and the ways in which cultural value is evidenced and evaluated. Design and Methods: Following an extensive search of academic databases and E-mail requests via relevant organizations and networks, 77 publications formed the basis for our own critical review. Results: Our findings highlight the benefits and value of older peoples theater and drama participation on health and well-being, group relationships, learning and creativity, and draw attention to the importance of the esthetic value and quality of older peoples drama. Implications: Despite the recent surge of interest in this field (a third of the reviewed literature was published between 2010 and 2014), we suggest that there are multiple areas for further research. © The Author 2016. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. All rights reserved. |
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| Participants also reported increased self-worth and self-advocacy. . | Their value and benefits lie in increased trust, improved communication and understanding, and the production of a sense of togetherness among participants which, in turn, helps to combat social exclusion. . | This can broaden horizons and encourage people to take on new challenges in other areas of their lives. . | Participants were enabled to transform their views of themselves and others in ways that were beneficial for health and well-being: their skills and confidence improved through taking risks, they felt rewarded, developed new relationships (both through the intervention and in their daily lives), and felt valued. . | Group Relationships A significant proportion of the included literature focuses on the role of theater and drama in enhancing or transforming group relationships, and improved engagement with others seems to be a particularly notable dimension of cultural value. . | These projects all enable people to exchange stories and experiences and develop positive views of themselves and others. . | Participants report decreased anxiety, decreased loneliness, increased self-confidence and self-esteem, and increased sense of value and purpose. . | This could enhance our understanding of the cultural value provided by older people, rather than just the value they derive from their participation. . | A number of documents consider drama projects that intentionally brought people together from different racial and cultural backgrounds, providing a space for intercultural dialogue. . | These four dimensions of cultural value are threaded through with indications that involvement in theater and drama can help shape reflective individuals, promote understanding of others, and stimulate civic and community engagement. . | The value and benefits of both projects included greater communication (between staff and between staff, residents, and families) and enhanced quality of life and well-being of residents, as evidenced through increased emotive responses and improvements in self-esteem, confidence, ability to make choices, and the community involvement of residents. . |
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