Broadway Senior to Adapt Musicals for Older Adults

Juniper Communities has announced a partnership with Music Theatre International (MTI) for the launch of Broadway Senior, a new slate of adaptations of popular Broadway musicals for older adults, reports Broadway World . The effort is a follow-up to Broadway Junior, which adapts and condenses musicals for performances by elementary and middle school students. The initiative was started by MTI co-Chair Freddie Gershon and Juniper co-founder Lynne Katzmann. "So often in senior living, we focus on what somebody used to do — what they did professionally, what their hobbies were, or who they were in their family," says Juniper's Katie Kensinger. "This is something totally new that people are discovering and being celebrated for now. The focus of Juniper is to help people to live life vibrantly in their third act. Broadway Senior gives our residents a sense of pride and accomplishment, and they have renewed self-esteem, and a sense of purpose. They're also building new friendships and are more engaged."