The MLK Project: The Fight for Civil Rights
Written by Yolanda Androzzo
Produced by Writers’ Theatre
Directed by Jimmy McDermott
Based on original staging by Ron OJ Parson
Weaving together poetry, hip-hop and history, The MLK Project: The Fight for Civil Rights is a touring one-woman show that follows a young girl’s search for truth and self-discovery through the American Civil Rights Movement.
This cross-cultural, multi-media performance interweaves personal interviews of Chicago-based Civil Rights Activists, and includes both the celebrated and unsung heroes of the Movement. In a tour-de-force performance, the solo performer gives voice to Reverend Samuel “Billy” Kyles, founder of the DuSable Museum of African American History Dr. Margaret Taylor Goss Burroughs, Reverend Jesse Jackson, Puerto Rican poet and activist David Hernandez--among others!
The MLK Project includes:
- A performance of the 45-minute play
- A post-show discussion where students are encouraged to explore the cultural and contemporary relevance of the Civil Rights Movement in their community
- A comprehensive Teacher Guide full of activities, historical information, lesson plans, homework assignments, and discussion questions--all of which adhere to the Illinois State Learning Standards
CLICK HERE to read teacher and student reflections on The MLK Project
The 5th annual tour of The MLK Project will be from January 18-February 25, 2011. Book a performance today to experience the show that has been seen in hundreds of schools and impacted thousands of students!
To book a performance, or to receive more information, please contact Nicole Ripley at 847-242-6007.
• The MLK Project is appropriate for students in grades 6-12.
• Running time is approximately 60 minutes (post-show forum included).
• Performance requirements are minimal.
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