General Moses (photo by John Warner)
Behind Enemy Lines
Harvest of Dreams
They Call Me Miss Memphis
Program List
Storytelling Programs:Storytelling programs can be performed in a variety of spaces and settings.
- Brave Children : Stories From Around The World
This is a program about remarkable children who inspire strength, character, tolerance, and understanding. All ages - African American Stories, Songs and Games
Fun, interactive folktales, rhythms, and rhymes from African American culture and tradition. All ages - Folktales From West Africa-Anansi
These tales are told in the African Oral Tradition. They include song and dance with audience participation. All ages - Shivers, Whispers, and Bumps in the Night
Old time ghost tales, songs, and poems from Appalachia. Fun and not too scary stories. All ages - Beyond the Grave
Spirits, ghosts, unsolved mysteries, and murder fill this evening program. This program includes stories from Mexico, Russia, Ireland, and Africa. Adult - Brer Tales
This is a collection of long treasured trickster tales. Brer Rabbit is resourceful, ingenious and cunning. Guaranteed to enchant and delight. All ages
Theater performances focus on portrayal of one character. A stage provides the best venue.
- General Moses - Stories from the Life of Harriet Tubman
A portrayal of the leader of the Underground Railroad. All ages - Behind Enemy Lines—Civil War 1863
A portrayal of Harriet Tubman as a Union Army leader during the Civil War. All ages - Harvest of Dreams - Voices To Remember
A collection of African American poetry, prose and song. 9th grade and up - They Call Me Miss Memphis
A portrayal of Mrs. Memphis Tennessee Garrison, a West Virginian Civil Rights activist and community leader. 9th grade and up
- Old Time Radio Project
An introduction to the creation of an original radio show - Underground Rail Road Experience
An introduction to the life and times of the Underground Railroad - Jump For Joy, Shout Out Loud
Professional Development Workshop for Teachers in the Performing Arts - Readers Theater
A Professional Development Workshop for Teachers
****All programs can be tailored for audience needs.