Michele LaRue Performance News
Someone Must Wash the Dishes: An Anti-Suffrage Satire
In celebration of Women's Equality Day, August 26: the 90th anniversary of the ratification of the Constitution's 19th Amendment for Woman Suffrage, Michele LaRue presents "Someone Must Wash the Dishes: An Anti-Suffrage Satire", followed by a brief lecture and Q&A (1 hour total).
Many women fought against getting the vote in the early 1900s, but none with more charm, prettier clothes—and less logic—than the fictional speaker in this satiric monologue written by pro-suffragist Marie Jenney Howe, back in 1912. “Woman suffrage is the reform against nature,” declares Howe’s unlikely, but irresistibly likeable, heroine.
“Ladies, get what you want. Pound pillows. Make a scene. Make home a hell on earth—but do it in a womanly way! That is so much more dignified and refined than walking up to a ballot box and dropping in a piece of paper!”
Reviewers have called this production “wicked” in its wit, and have labeled Michèle LaRue’s performance "side-splitting." An Illinois native, now based in New York, LaRue is a professional actress who tours nationally with a repertoire of shows by turn-of-the-previous-century American writers.
Someone Must Wash the Dishes is a period satire written by pro-Suffragist Marie Jenney Howe and originally published in 1913, by the National American Woman Suffrage Association (precursor of the League of Women Voters). This production, produced by The East Lynne Company, premiered in March 1994, during New York City’s fourth-annual Womenkind Festival. Subsequent performance sites and presenters have ranged from the State Museum in Trenton to the Newberry Library in Chicago, and have included numerous colleges and universities. Dishes continues to tour under the aegis of the ELC—the only theatre company in the country dedicated to reviving American plays and other literature of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Booking Information:
Michèle LaRue
201.863.6436
michelelarue.com
Saving Wildlife International
Develop your student’s awareness of and commitment to nature. Since April 2000, Saving Wildlife International (SWI) has enthusiastically shared its commitment to wildlife conservation with diverse audiences ranging from school classrooms to national television. Well on its way to becoming a nationally recognized wildlife organization, SWI is proud to provide displaced animals with a purpose and permanent home. SWI offers wildlife presentations featuring live mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians to primary and secondary schools, military bases, homeless shelters, and retirement communities throughout Southern California.
SWI wildlife ambassadors are available for in-school classroom and assembly presentations.
Let them help you inspire your students to explore, discover, and learn about the natural world through our unique live animal presentations. Your school will come alive and develop a new appreciation for all wildlife. Our exciting presentations are designed to be both entertaining and educational!
Professional wildlife educators tailor presentations to your school's needs, taking into consideration factors such as:
Audience Type (age, number of students, education, etc.)
Special needs of individuals
Area of interest of study
Curriculum
State Standards
Contact Saving Wildlife International at:
PO Box 2626 Malibu, California 90265 USA
e-mail: edu@wildswi.org
Telephone: (800) Wild-SWI (9453-794)
Michele LaRue Performance News
Next month Michele LaRue (michelelarue.com) premieres a new entry in her "Tales Well Told" performance series:
"My Summer Vacation"--pairing Sarah Orne Jewett's "Miss Esther's Guest" and H.C. Bunner's The Nice People"--plays at the Fremont Public Library, Mundelein, IL, on Wednesday, July 7, at 7:00 p.m. (847-918-3239); and at the Cornelia Street Cafe, New York City, on Wednesday, July 14 (212-989-9319).
Next up is a two-week tour of Eastern Kansas--Michele welcomes additional bookings in the area, between August 20 and 31. Contact her at 201-863-6436 or ruedelarue@aol.com.
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Steve Woyce School Assemblies
If you are looking for an Interesting and Inspiring Assembly Program that is both Educational and Affordable, then check out Steve Woyce’s dynamic school assembly programs .
Imagine taking your students on a journey around the world to meet some of the most amazing animals on our planet without ever leaving your school!!!
"The Amazing World of Turtles"
A dynamic program by one of the Northeast's most sought-after assembly program presenters, Steve Woyce. Author and Animal Expert Steve Woyce has been educating and entertaining students and families for more than 12 years throughout New Jersey, New York, Delaware, Connecticut, Virginia, and Pennsylvania. Through the use of state-of-the-art sound and visual equipment and live animals he has put together some of the most talked about assembly programs in the United States today.
"The Amazing World of Frogs" Let Steve bring your students face to face with a variety of live frogs and toads from around the world including the American Bullfrog, Amazon Milk Frog, Red-Eyed Tree Frog and more. Imagine how excited your students will be when they see live frogs at their school!!
"The Amazing World of Turtles" and the “Amazing World of Frogs” programs are great for Science Days, Earth Day Celebrations, Family Nights, and more!
Give your students the experience of a lifetime by bringing a program to your school.
Visit Steve’s website for more information and videos or call Toll Free 1-888-727-5893. Steve is looking forward to visiting your school soon!!!
A School Assembly Program your Students will never forget.
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Animal Magic School Assembly News
Animal Magic Announces New Programs for 2010!
Animal Magic has launched a large new assortment of specialty themed programs. Check the list below for new adventures but remember, our original Animal Magic presentation (displaying a variety of animals from around the world) is always available and is your best bet if you don't require a specialized show!
- African Adventures
- Astonishing Australia
- Intriguing Invertebrates
- Nocturnal Wonders
- Danger Ahead
- All About Albinos
- Rainforest Treasures
- Halloween Program
Interested in Booking Animal Magic? Click the "Our Programs" page to learn more about School Presentations, Private Parties, and Festival Shows.
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Great Big Faces - Paul Merklein
Attention School Principals and Teachers!
Are you looking for a fun and creative program for your students?
Great Big Faces inspires and entertains all ages at School Assembly Programs, Art Classes and Special Events.
"Our students loved it!"
- Valley New School
To see Great Big Faces at your school, call Paul Merklein at 414-232-1391 or email paul@greatbigfaces.com.
See great big photos and reviews at www.GreatBigFacesAtSchools.com.
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Jan’s Clan Puppets
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TeachersDesktop.com welcomes Jan’s Clan Puppets to our community of school assembly providers. Jan’s shows are educational and provide a fun experience for all. Let her captivate your students with her adorable characters and lively music TeachersDesktop.com |
David Oliver
The Magic of David Oliver has arrived at TeachersDesktop.com. We welcome David to our community of school assembly providers.
The Magic of David Oliver is a fast-paced one-man show full of magic, music, comedy and audience participation suitable for the entire family. For almost twenty years, David has entertained audiences in school assemblies, on cruises, in hotels and at resorts to rave reviews. Schools, universities and corporate events across the U.S. have asked David to come back to perform again, and again.
“The most amazing magic I’ve ever seen.”
-Matt Lauer
NBC’s Today Show
David Oliver has been the Boston areas adult director of a national youth organization dedicated to helping kids who have a desire to learn about the history, techniques and skills needed in the performance of magic and its' related arts (juggling, music, etc). So, David appreciates (and applauds) what educators do on a daily basis, and has an understanding of what it takes to motivate and excite young students, such as yours.
For further information on having The Magic of David Oliver at your school or special event, visit David’s website at http://www.davidolivermagic.com or e-mail domagic@davidolivermagic.com.
A big welcome to David Oliver.
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Hugh Skibbens
TeachersDesktop.com welcomes Hugh Skibbens and his Dynamic Watercolor program to our community of school assembly providers.
Hugh brings fine art and classical music to schools in captivating and inspiring programs including a:
Demonstration with Music. Suited to every age group, two original watercolor paintings are completed and accompanied by the timeless music of Strauss and/or Tchaikovsky.
Demonstration with Instruction. The entire painting process is explained while demonstrating the use of sponges, tissues, a credit card, toothbrush and more!
Workshop are also available.
Hugh performs for schools, retirement centers, art leagues and civic groups. His demonstrations can be either instructional for the student of watercolor or accompanied by classical music for a unique artistic experience.
Visit Hugh’s website at http://www.hughskibbens.com and check out his gallery, order demonstration paintings and more.
A big welcome to Hugh Skibbens.
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