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Art-Based Research in Health and Well-Being During the Pandemic
  • ISSN: 2040-2457
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Abstract

Many individuals experienced increased isolation and loneliness due to COVID-19 pandemic restrictions on social activities, yet the impacts of this isolation can be more pronounced for vulnerable populations such as LGBTQ+ youth. In order to offer a destigmatized space for LGBTQ+ youth to connect during the pandemic, facilitators at the University of Florida modified an LGBTQ+ youth theatre programme (Theatre Connect) to be delivered via an online platform. In the spring of 2021, facilitators developed an eight-week Commedia dell’Arte curriculum that was delivered over Zoom to nine youth. Although modified to fit the needs of the group, the programme provided the opportunity for urban and rural youth to connect with one another and develop theatre skills in a safe environment. These field notes describe curriculum development as well as challenges, successes and feedback. Due to the success of this programme, Theatre Connect will maintain online programming in future seasons.

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Virtually Commedia: An interactive online theatre programme for LGBTQ+ youth
Journal of Applied Arts & Health 13, 107 (2022); https://doi.org/10.1386/jaah_00091_1
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Keyword(s): Commedia dell’Arte; digital theatre; LGBTQ+; LGBTQ+ theatre; mental health; online teaching; online theatre; youth theatre

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