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Japanese Magical Journey

Japanese Magical Journey

Yasu Ishida, Magic Story Artist | (808) 777-9193 | [email protected]

Japanese traditional folktales with origami & Japanese traditional vaudeville act with flute.

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Multi-Disciplinary, Storytelling, Theatre
  • Grade Level: Elementary
  • Cultural Context: Asian
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
Kaboom Poetry Show

Kaboom Poetry Show

Michael Beadle | (828) 400-6374 | [email protected]

I perform classical, contemporary and original poems using audience participation and improvisation.

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Literary, Theatre
  • Grade Level: Elementary
  • Cultural Context: African-American, European, Latinx
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
Literacy Through Drama

Literacy Through Drama

Raleigh Little Theatre | (919) 821-3111 X 231 | [email protected]

Literacy in drama encourages students to use their actors’ tools: Body, voice and imagination by exploring through dramatic play, persuasive writing, and storytelling.

  • Program Type: Workshop/Residency
  • Discipline: Multi-Disciplinary, Theatre
  • Grade Level: Elementary, High, Middle
  • Does Not Accept bookings in Johnston County
Little Red and the Gingerbread Man

Little Red and the Gingerbread Man

Barefoot Puppet Theatre | (804) 334-4338 | [email protected]

A fun romp through literature as we combine two classic tales!

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Storytelling, Theatre
  • Grade Level: Elementary
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
Magic of the Sea

Magic of the Sea

Story Tapestries | (301) 916-6328 | [email protected]

Custom designed dynamic performances: storytelling and dance integrated with school curriculum.

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Dance, Literary, Multi-Disciplinary, STEAM, Theatre
  • Grade Level: Elementary, High, Middle
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
Monkey Tales

Monkey Tales

Story Tapestries | (301) 916-6328 | [email protected]

Custom designed dynamic performances: storytelling and dance integrated with school curriculum.

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Dance, Literary, Multi-Disciplinary, Theatre
  • Grade Level: Elementary, Middle
  • Cultural Context: Asian
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
New Squid on the Block

New Squid on the Block

Barefoot Puppet Theatre | (804) 334-4338 | [email protected]

Journey to Antarctica as a curious squid seeks connection. Penguins, orcas, and jellyfish abound in an icy landscape for this heartwarming tale of friendship.

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Multi-Disciplinary, Theatre
  • Grade Level: Elementary
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
Opera Classroom

Opera Classroom

North Carolina Opera | (919) 618-0249 | [email protected]

Opera Classroom is a 30-40 minute abridged version of a classic opera adapted for elementary school or middle school students.

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Music, Theatre
  • Grade Level: Elementary, Middle
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
Pirate Goodie And The Magic Chest

Pirate Goodie And The Magic Chest

The Story Ship - Sean Driscoll | (912) 663-6320 | [email protected]

Character education adventure with interactive animation, comedy-theater, puppets, music and magic.

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Multi-Disciplinary, Music, Theatre, Visual Arts
  • Grade Level: Elementary
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
Poetic Puppets: Haiku and Shadow Puppetry

Poetic Puppets: Haiku and Shadow Puppetry

Matt Sandbank's Shadow Factory | (505) 816-8379 | [email protected]

In this 5-day residency, Matt Sandbank teaches 3rd through 5th grade students how to bring images to life using haiku and shadow puppetry.

  • Program Type: Workshop/Residency
  • Discipline: Literary, Multi-Disciplinary, Theatre
  • Grade Level: Elementary
  • Cultural Context: Asian
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
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