Mary Crescenzo
Maude’s Awards Grant recipient
Author of The Planet Alzheimer’s Guide: 8 Ways the Arts Can Transform the Life of Your Loved One and Your Own
Cohost of Dementia and the Arts™ with Lori La Bey - founder of Alzheimer’s Speaks radio
Public speaker & consultant for arts engagement with Alzheimer’s and other dementia through “Care through the Arts”™
Self-Care through Creative Writing for Carers: Respite, Relaxation, Rejuvenation, and Revelation - workshop creator/facilitator/ally
Mary presents at ADI conference on “theatre and dementia awareness."
Playwright of Planet A, about the inner world of dementia
Arts strategist/practitioner & multi-hyphenate artist
Author of nonfiction, fiction, poetry & blogger
Solstice Champion Fundraiser for
Alzheimer’s Association’s “The Longest Day”
Director. Actor. Singer. Lyricist. Librettist
Hummingbird Whisperer
My Book
The Planet Alzheimer’s Guide:
8 Ways the Arts Can Transform the Life of Your Loved One and Your Own
This practical how-to guide provides expert advice for informal and formal carers, family and friends on how to use arts engagement as an complementary/alternative way to connect and communicate with persons with Alzheimer's/dementia.
My Play
Planet A
Written and Directed by Mary Crescenzo
Planet A is a play about the inner world of Alzheimer’s/dementia and the revealing voices of those who reside and visit there through struggle, conflict, empowerment, humor, dignity and love.
My Music
Mary celebrates The American Song Book, from Broadway to Jazz standards, including blues, Latin, swing, cabaret and contemporary songs set to Jazzy grooves with Big Bands and smaller ensembles.
Mary is the founder and featured vocalist in MC3, a trio featuring Roch Bordenave (valve trombonist) and Paul Mesches (guitar).
Besides performing in Europe, MC3 plays in U.S. venues, and, to serve the community, at older adults living homes.
Contact Me
Get in touch to book Mary Crescenzo for interviews, conferences, book readings and sales events, and for all other inquiries.
