Gallery of Heroes
“This performance was very professional and very engaging for all age groups. This assembly provided a rare opportunity for many of our students to see live professional theater up close.”Lisa Schwarz, PTA Program Coordinator, Waynesburg Central Elementary School
Book Now for 2011! Young Washington
George Washington made his mark on history as the Commander of the Revolutionary Army and our nation's first President. Young Washington explores his early life and surprising rise to power. Journey with him through the dangerous uncharted territory of early America as he faces hostile Native American tribes and French forces. Watch as this young man overcomes insumountable obstacles to fulull his detiny as one of young America's greates leaders. From the harshness of battle to the lush green splendor of Mount Vernon, this musical history lesson will introduce students to the man behind the legend.
Book by Jason Coll and Andrew Masich
Music and Lyrics by Jason Coll
Subjects: History, Geography and Music
Available January through May 2011.
Call 412-325-6459 to reserve your date today!
Bringing History to Life Through Educational Musicals Presented at Your School
About Gallery of Heroes
Through dramatic sketches and musical vignettes, Pittsburgh CLO’s Gallery of Heroes program takes its 50-minute mini-musicals to area schools to educate and enlighten students about great historical figures such as Roberto Clemente, the Wright Brothers and Harriet Tubman. Highlighting the lives and accomplishments of significant historical figures, Gallery of Heroes offers an entertaining alternative to traditional lectures and books.
A Gallery of Heroes full musical production can be performed in a school cafeteria or auditorium:
- 50-Minute Musical
- Fully Staged and Choreographed
- Professional Actors
- Full Costume and Scenery
- Teacher and Student Guides
Space requirement for the production is 25’ by 25’. Cost is $600.00 (additional fuel charge outside Allegheny County).
Major funding for Gallery of Heroes is provided by the Massey Charitable Trust, the Scaife Family Foundation and the National Endowment for the Arts.