Shakespeare Alive!
Theatre, Language Arts Jason Giraulo Theatre, Language Arts Jason Giraulo

Shakespeare Alive!

During this interactive workshop, Orlando Shakes’ Teaching Artists engage your students in an interactive plot summary of one of William Shakespeare’s plays and learn to paraphrase Shakespearean text, distinguishing between the denotative and connotative meanings of words. Shakes Alive! is a perfect companion experience to attending a student matinee! Additional curricula available for other Shakespeare titles; workshop can be adapted for 5th grade…

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Signature Series
Theatre Jason Giraulo Theatre Jason Giraulo

Signature Series

Our Signature Series productions of Noises Off, A Christmas Carol and Henry V introduce your students to theater in a fun and engaging way. Study guides are designed for each production to create natural connections between the play and your grade level curriculum…

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Drum Sermons: Folktales, Legends, and Myths from the Far Corners of Africa

Drum Sermons: Folktales, Legends, and Myths from the Far Corners of Africa

Drum Sermons is a celebration of music that recounts its origin and makes clear how it came to live in our hearts. This informative yet entertaining performance includes stories from the far corners of the African continent, spirited drumming, dance, and song, and a healthy dose of the obligatory African tradition of audience participation…

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Didgeridoo Down Under Show: Australian Music, Culture, Character Building & More!
Music, Science, Social Studies Jason Giraulo Music, Science, Social Studies Jason Giraulo

Didgeridoo Down Under Show: Australian Music, Culture, Character Building & More!

The DDU Show is an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, art, science, comedy, character building, anti-bullying and audience participation. The didgeridoo has been played by Aboriginal Australians for at least 1,500 years, and is known for its otherworldly sound. DDU performer Darren Liebman plays a variety of exotic didgeridoos and worldly percussion instruments, demonstrating various playing styles and upbeat rhythms. He also uses a multitude of props – motivational signs, maps, globes, artifacts, artwork, puppets and more – to deliver educational lessons and empowering messages. The program is very participatory, and several segments involve students playing instruments, dancing or acting out a story. DDU is interactive, educational, motivational and super fun for al ages!

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