Play tells story of Coretta Scott King
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Posted By: How May I Help You NC on January 14, 2015 In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Columbus Area Arts Council will present “Coretta Scott King and the Fight for Freedom” Monday, Jan. 19, 2015, at 2 p.m. in The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus. This event is provided free of charge to the community, said Karen Shrode, Columbus Area Arts Council executive director. “Coretta Scott King and the Fight for Freedom” tells the story of the woman behind the man. Born in Alabama, she overcame childhood adversity in the segregated South and attended Antioch College, 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. She was an inspiration to the nation and the world. It is produced by the Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati and performed by ArtReach, the Theatre’s touring company. It is a dramatic theatrical production with music and is particularly relevant for young people in grades 3-8. As with all previous Martin Luther King Jr. Day performances, it is an intergenerational program that will be enjoyed by all ages. Now in its third year, the annual performance is offered to the community as a way to spark conversation about civil rights, social justice and equality. Observed on the third Monday of January, Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday that marks the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr., who was the chief spokesman for nonviolent activism in the civil rights movement which successfully protested racial discrimination in federal and state law. The play comes with educational resource materials that teachers can utilize in their classrooms. Tami Sharp, Arts Council program director, has reached out to local educators to have this play incorporated into the discussion of civil rights and social justice in area classes. “We ask teachers to encourage their students to attend the performance. As an incentive, we hope teachers will provide an opportunity for extra credit for those students who attend.” She also noted this event is held on a federal holiday when area schools are closed. Sponsorship for this year’s performance is generously provided by the African American Fund of Bartholomew County and Taylor Bros. Construction Co. Inc. Source: http://www.batesvilleheraldtribune.com/ If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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