Make A Change! Your Voice Matters!

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Portia Jackson
Program Type Performance
Art Form Theater
Primary Curricular Connection Social Studies
Grades 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12
Delivery Method In-Person
Audience Size 300
Program Length 45
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Program Description

In this program, Portia tells stories that uplift the courage of ordinary people, how they organized and protested for freedom, justice and equality. Highlighting The Children's March, and how the young people of Birmingham, Alabama, braved fire hoses and police dogs in 1963 and brought segregation to its knees. Their heroism complements discussions about the ability of today's young people to be catalysts for positive social change.

Pricing

Single: $390
Double: $649