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Elementary :

THE SHIRT OF HAPPINESS (Grades K-6)
Inspired by folktales from Armenia and Italy, this story follows a very sad prince on his quest to find the true meaning of happiness. His journey is hilarious as well as enlightening.

TWO-TONE TALE (Grades K-6)
The kingdoms of Orange Valley and Blue Mountain have been enemies for years. The Princess of Orange Valley accidentally meets the Prince of Blue Mountain and the two countries are never the same again. This exciting tale celebrates diversity.

Both productions are performed by two actors with audience participation. Audience: 300 student maximum for each
50-minute performance.

POST-PERFORMANCE DISCUSSIONS
Following a performance of The Shirt of Happiness or Two-Tone Tale, students discuss the play with the actors. The actors pose questions to the students and the students get a chance to ask questions too. The actors also demonstrate what happens "behind the scenes" of the production. They turn the set around and show the students the split-second costume and character changes this production requires. An entertaining and educational arts experience!

Elementary, Middle and High School

Stories on Stage! (Grades PreK-12)
A Multi-Cultural Program Celebrating Stories From Around The World!

This dynamic program combines storytelling, drama, and song to explore world cultures. Our gifted performer becomes a variety of characters while bringing a story to life. Students "get into the act" too by participating in this riveting experience.

STORIES ON STAGE is performed by one actor with audience participation.

Choose any our extraordinary performances:

A JOURNEY THROUGH LATIN AMERICA (Grades K-6) Puerto Rican-born actress and storyteller MARIAN LICHA weaves stories and song together as she takes students on a magical journey through Latin America. The stories are rich with humor and folk traditions. Included in the program are several stories of the foolish and delightful Juan Bobo.

Master Storyteller DIANE MACKLIN offers a variety of programs that combine African and/or African American stories with tales from other traditions. Each program is carefully woven together to explore a theme that can be found in every folk tradition. Programs include: Big Lessons from Little Things (Grades PreK-K) Even the smallest creatures can teach us all some important lessons. Asking for Trouble (Grades PreK-2) includes Native American tales and a traditional American tale to explore the important lesson of when it is good to leave well enough alone. Sense and Nonsense (Grades PreK-2) includes delightful stories that turn things upside down so that what appears to make sense can be nonsense and what appears ridiculous can actually be quite sensible. Forest Tales (Grades 3-6) combines a Native American tale with an African-American story. Both stories highlight the consequences of selfishness and greed. Tricksters and Fools (Grades 3-5) In these amusing tales, the trickster gets his due and the fool teaches valuable lessons. Telling the Truth (Grades 6-12) These powerful and age-appropriate stories highlight the importance of honesty.

Fees for Stories on Stage! One story.............................. Two stories in one day........... Three stories in one day ......... Four stories in one day........... $365 $490 $615 $690 Maximum 200 students for each 30-minute performance. 45-minute programs also available, call for details & fees. Please note: $50 additional for weekend or evening performances. A travel/mileage fee may be required depending on the location of the performance. A $50 "Wait Fee" is applied when there are 2 or more hours between performances.

NEW THIS YEAR!
FRIDA (Grades 9-12)
Actress Marian Licha transforms into legendary Mexican artist Frida Kahlo in this fascinating one-woman play exploring love, loss, determination and triumph in Ms. Kahlo's life and art.

Fees for FRIDA One performance.................... Two performances .................. $625 $875 Audience 250 students maximum for each 60-minute performance. Please note: $50 additional for weekend or evening performances. A travel/mileage fee may be required depending on the location of the performance. A $50 "Wait Fee" is applied when there are 2 or more hours between performances.

Harriet Tubman:
The Chosen One (Grades 3-12)
Performance & Discussion
A dynamic one-woman show celebrating the life and contributions of a great African-American—Harriet Tubman.

Following the performance of Harriet Tubman: The Chosen One, students discuss the play with the actress and playwright, Gwendolyn Briley Strand. Gwendolyn has a wealth of knowledge about the life and times of Harriet Tubman. These discussions are a rare opportunity for the students to dialogue with an actress and a playwright about a significant time in American history.
Maximum 300 students for each 60-minute performance.

Add a workshop to enhance this powerful program:

The Story Continues (Grades 3-12)
Join actress/playwright Gwendolyn Briley Strand for a follow-up workshop after the performance. Students learn more about the fascinating life of Harriet Tubman and then become actors themselves as they dramatize key moments in her life.
Maximum 15 students for each 60-minute session.

Call InterAct for fees and details: 1-888-501-7986

ATTENTION
ALL VIRGINIA SCHOOLS
We are proud to announce that our production of Harriet Tubman: The Chosen One has been selected once again by Young Audiences of Virginia for inclusion in their 2007-2008 artist directory. Young Audiences of Virginia will be booking this production for ALL Virginia schools. Please call 1-800-314-ARTS (2787) to schedule a performance. Maximum 300 students for each 60-minute performance and discussion.

Family Performances (Grades K-8)
All our programs can be performed in the evenings or on weekends. This is a great way for parents to share a rich literature and arts experience with their children.

Fees: See fees listed above.

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