Freedom Train

Organization Name
Phone: (516) 218-2782
E-mail:
Website: Brian Sweeney
Program Description
Freedom Train tells the thrilling story of Harriet Tubman, the Moses of her people, in a fascinating series of highly theatrical scenes that use dance, dialogue and music of the period. Songs include "Follow the Drinking Gourd," "Steal Away," "Wade in the Water," "Good News, the Chariot's A-comin'" and many others still sung today. Freedom Train is the story of self-sacrifice, dedication and survival, laced with warmth and a sense of humor that celebrates the human spirit – a universal story for all.
Keywords
1.) Theater Performance
2.) Black History
 

Categories
Theatre (TH)

Exploratory Enrichment Subject Area
N/A

Grades
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Location
In School

Cost
$1,900.00 per Performance

Number of Performers
6

Duration
45 - 59 min minutes

 
Additional Resources

Program References
Heidi
Jaye
Daniel Webster Elementary School, 95 Glenmore Dr., New Rochelle, NY 10801

(516) 698-8580

Michael
Janover
St. Mary's High School, 51 Clapham Ave., Manhasset, NY 11030

(631) 921-7508

Jenna
Kavaler
Queens Valley School of the Arts, 138-01 77th Ave., Flushing, NY 11367

(516) 209-8556


        
        
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