Overview
| Program Description: | Join the remarkable George Washington Carver as he takes center stage in this engaging celebration of Black history and achievement. Audiences are introduced to influential leaders who changed the cou... Read more
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| Available to Grade(s): | K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
Logistics
| Program Format: | Offsite Performance |
| Cost Per Student: | $10 |
| Number of Visits: | 1 |
| Length of Visit: | 60 minutes |
| Availability: |
Thursday, February 5, 2026 - 10am & 12pm. *SNOW DATE* Friday, February 6, 2026 - 10am & 12pm |
| Program Location Details: | The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts 166 Capitol Avenue Hartford, CT 06106 |
| Transportation Details: | School must provide transportation |
Requirements
| Length Info: | Approximately 55 minutes. |
| Program Requires Prior Meeting: | no |
Learning Standards
| Curriculum Focus: | English Language Arts |
| Common Core Standard: | Reading: Informational Text, Integration of Knowledge and Ideas |
| Art Form: | Theater |
| Core Art Standard: | Connecting Anchor Standard 11: Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding. |
| Program Learning Targets: | Students will identify the contributions of George Washington Carver and other key African American historical figures.Students will analyze how storytelling and theater can be used to celebrate... Read more
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| Wit & Wisdom Connection: | Grade 2 Module 3: Civil Rights Heroes |
