Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad
Recommended Grade Levels: 3 - 8* | Runtime: 45min
*please note this production uses historical language (read below for more details)
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This stirring drama with music is a classic tribute to the great American who freed herself and hundreds of others from the bonds of slavery. Her courage helped to change the world. Share her adventurous life with your students in this accurate and deeply moving musical history lesson.
Please be advised that this production uses strong language to keep relevance to the play and the times. Virginia Repertory Theatre provides the document Why We Say It to provide further context.
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Harriet Tubman Virtual Residency: Pre-Performance Part 1
Join Christina Farrell in this virtual residency accompanying the performance of Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad.
Episode Focus Questions: How do we tell stories? What unique tools do theatre artists use to tell compelling…
Harriet Tubman Virtual Residency: Pre-Performance Part 2
Video Length: 15 minutes
Episode Focus Questions: How do symbols help us tell stories? What does Harriet Tubman symbolize?
Overview: Stories were a matter of life and death for Harriet Tubman. This video lesson examines important…
Harriet Tubman Virtual Residency: Post Performance
Episode Focus Questions: How do theatre artists tell stories that capture our attention? Where do you see the fight against ignorance today?
Overview: Students will create a reflection map that shows their personal journey in watching…
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