Bright Star Program: From Anansi to John Henry

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Program Type:

Literacy, Pop Culture

Age Group:

Children, Tween, Teens, Everyone
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Program Description

Event Details

Join us for the return of Bright Star Children's Theater for "From Anansi to John Henry", A celebration of folktales, tall tales and oral traditions from Black History for your youngest audiences. Taking the role of the trickster, Anansi is one of the most important characters of West African, African American and West Indian Folklore.  While John Henry is an American folk hero about the freedman who was said to have worked as a ‘steel-driving man.’ Other tales in the show come to us from the celebrated Gullah Tales and oral traditions that have created a beautiful fabric of memorable characters and valuable lessons. (Grades PK-5th)"

This program is in collaboration with the Henderson County School. There will be activities and giveaways. Registration is not required. 


 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photo Disclaimer

Henderson County Public Library may photograph or film patrons during library programs to use for promotional materials, social media, and the library's website.  By attending, you grant HCPL permission to use your and/or your child’s image. Please note that images posted online may be downloaded or shared. HCPL will obtain a photo release before using any media that identifies an individual by name.

For questions, contact Glennese Patterson, Community Engagement Manager, at gpatterson@hcpl.org or (270) 826-3712 ext. 228.