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What grades are appropriate for this program? Programs are available at all levels (K-12 and college classes, too). The program is more participatory at the elementary levels and more history is included at the upper levels. If the audience contains both lower and upper levels, I will not be able to customize the show as much. Please call to discuss what is best for your needs. How long is the assembly? Preferably 50 minutes. If you have time flexibility, I like to take questions (only from 4th - 12th grades and college). How much does
it cost? How and when do we pay? Usually with a check at the time of performance. Sometimes a deposit is requested. How many assemblies can we get in one day? Up to four large audience shows in a cafeteria/multi-purpose room or theater. If they are shorter in length (30 - 40 minutes), and for smaller audiences, possibly up to 7 shows. This has been done in middle school social studies classes, for example, where I stay in one classroom and the classes rotate in. How many students
can fit in one assembly? What time of
day can you start? How long do you need to set up instruments? 45 - 50 minutes, and I need access to the stage during that time. I usually bring 10 - 12 instruments; some require tuning and acclimatizing to your room. Tear down is much quicker, 10-15 minutes. How much time do you need between each show? If two shows only, I am ready as fast as you can empty and refill the room with students. What if we don't have a stage? A stage is preferable, but I can perform on the floor. Students will not see the feet clogging as well, but that's okay. Can you perform in a gym? Yes. It is usually not as good as other rooms, but I can certainly do it, and I need to know this in advance. Can we hold the performance outdoors? I prefer indoors. There can be many distractions outdoors and the weather can be unpredictable. I will not perform in full sun and the instruments cannot be in the sun at all. Do we need to provide a sound system and microphones? Yes. I will send my requirements sheet upon confirmation of a show. The sound requirements aren't too hard to meet. Two mics on mic stands is good. Corded mics are preferred over cordless mics. Are there teacher prep materials? Yes! A free teacher prep packet is sent with the invoice and requirements page, upon confirmation of a show. Please copy and share it with teachers, as it gives an idea of what will be included with ideas for pre and post discussion and activities in history, geography, social studies, etc. Can we invite parents to watch the assembly? Yes! Do you have recordings that relate to the show? American folks songs for children are available on CDs and videos here and at the show. It is good to let the teachers know about this in advance so they can purchase if they wish. If a presentation would be better in the faculty lounge, please consider that possiblity. |
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