April 3, 2025
Compton drama teacher Catherine Borek has made plays with no stage and no theater, but a whole lot of creativity. She says drama can be therapy to help kids conquer anxiety, and it helps kids thrive who struggle in other classes.
As California expands arts education, what role can theater play in the classroom?
Guests:
- Catherine Borek, Drama and English teacher, Dominguez High School, Compton Unified School District
- Karen D’Souza, Reporter, EdSource
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- Allison Gamlen’s journey from actor to arts educator
Education Beat is a weekly podcast, hosted by EdSource’s Zaidee Stavely and produced by Coby McDonald.
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