Neurodiversity in Theatre - A Student Perspective
Recorded On: 05/07/2024
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In this webinar, a panel of students including 2023-2024 ITO Arushi Maheshwar and her friends Nila Venkataratnam, and Ariana Tootoonchi, discuss the importance of neurodiversity in theatre and offer strategies to create more neuro inclusive thespian troupes, productions and theatre program based on their own experiences and passions.
Arushi Maheshwa
ITO
EdTA ITO 2024
Arushi Maheshwar is extremely grateful to be serving as an International Thespian Officer for the 2023-2024 school year. From Saratoga High School's Troupe 6354, she is passionate about increasing the neurodiversity in theatre arts education in addition to empowering students to serve as change makers in their local communities. Additionally, Arushi is keen about exploring the intersection between the business and the theatre world, which has led to her interest in producing as well as marketing. In her free time, she enjoys reading Marvel comics, analyzing films, and singing in the car with her friends.