Coretta Scott King And The Fight For Freedom
A talented singer, she would go on to play an integral role in the American Civil Rights movement, not only as the wife of Dr. Martin Luther King, but as an independent woman.
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Coretta Scott King And The Fight For Freedom
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Born in Alabama, Coretta Scott King overcame childhood adversity in the segregated South and attended Antioch College in Yellow Springs, Ohio. A talented singer, she would go on to play an integral role in the American Civil Rights movement, not only as the wife of Dr. Martin Luther King, but as an independent woman. For years after her husband’s death, Coretta continued to inspire the nation and the world. Produced by ArtReach, a Division of The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati.
GRADES:
3-8
LENGTH:
60 minutes (no intermission)
WORKSHOP:
Come early or stay late, pack a lunch and choose one of our Frank M. Tait Foundation Discovery Workshops to make your visit to the Victoria Theatre even more valuable. The Coretta Scott King Book Awards are given annually to outstanding African American authors and illustrators who demonstrate an appreciation of African American culture and universal human values. In celebration of Black History Month, this writing workshop focuses on our personal stories that showcase the importance of the American Dream. This one-hour workshop is $100 and is limited to 25 students. Workshops are available year-round and are able to travel to your school. Call (937) 228-7591, x3039 to schedule this workshop.
CURRICULUM CONNECTIONS:
Social Studies, ELA, Arts
For more information about The Frank M. Tait Foundation Discovery Series, contact Elaine Stoughton, Education & Engagement Coordinator, at (937) 228-7591, x3039.
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