CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY!
CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY!
At Express Theatre, we believe in the power of storytelling. Our team of experienced actors, writers, and directors are dedicated to bringing stories to life and inspiring young minds. We have been providing entertaining and educational shows to schools and other venues for over 30 years. We are committed to promoting literacy and self-expression in Houston schools.
CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY!
Profiles:
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Queen Nefertiti
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Geroge Washington Carver
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Henry "Box" Brown
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Jesse Owens
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Rosa Parks
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Martin Luther King
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Simone Biles
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Ketanji Brown Jackson
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Kamala Harris
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Duke Ellington
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Aretha Franklin
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This Little Light of Mine
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Lift Every Voice and Sing
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African Drumming
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Much more!
A 45-minute multimedia celebration that combines performers, music, graphics, archival footage and photos to bring to life the vital contributions of African-American scientists, artists, athletes, leaders, visionaries, politicians and more. From Ancient Africa to the modern day, this rousing tribute provides a comprehensive scope of history that thoroughly entertains viewers of all ages. Based on our hit play and enhanced for home viewing!
Featuring
A
Special
Appearence
By
Lauren
Anderson!
The very first African-American Prima Ballerina with a major American ballet company, Lauren Anderson danced with Houston Ballet from 1983 to 2006.
She performed leading roles in all the great classical ballets and toured the world to great acclaim.
In 2016, she was awarded a permanent exhibit at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington D.C.
Performers Include:
Alric Davis
Broadway World
Award Winner
Aggie "Aggie B" Balka
Former Back-Up Singer for
Whitney Houston
Great for kids and families of all backgrounds!
An entertaining addition to DEI programs!
FISH TALES: THE WORLD IS YOUR OYSTER
5 classic tales set in the 5 oceans of the world that explore the awesome power of possibilities in all our lives. For kids of all ages! 45 minutes of entertainment, education and interaction with a unique blend of actors, puppets, music and video! Inspiring stories of overcoming obstacles and thinking beyond limitations. Motivational and fun! Great for kids and families! Free study guides and activity sheets included.
VOTE FOR THE GOAT
Written and Directed by Tim Fried-Fiori
Want to explain democracy to kids? This film makes it easy and fun! Billy Goat learns all about democracy when he tries to convince every animal in the petting zoo to vote to keep it open. A great introduction for kids about the power of voting and how elections can come down to one single vote – YOURS! Helps kids understand why voting matters and why their particpation is so important to the civic life of their school, community, city, state and nation.
ANIMAL TAILS
Written and Directed by Tim Fried-Fiori.
From the streets of Hollywood to the jungles of India,
three animal tales of adventure and empowerment are brought to delightful life with actors, puppets, film and music.
Addresses issues of bullying, equity, inclusion and dreaming big, told by some of our favorite animal friends.
CHRISTMAS TALES & TUNES
Adapted and Directed by Tim Fried-Fiori
A magical journey through the Holiday Classics. Short, kid-friendly versions of Night Before Christmas, A Christmas Carol and the 12 Days of Christmas, plus singalongs of Jingle Bells in several languages, including American Sign Language. 40 minutes of fun, laughter and learning for the whole family, even the Humbugs!
Underwritten by the Wortham Foundation, Albert and Ethel Herzstein Foundation, and the City of Houston through Houston Arts Alliance.