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Hero: The Boy from Troy
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DateFebruary 6
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Ticket Prices$12
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LocationKrasnoff Theater
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AvailabilityOn Sale Now
- Thursday, Feb 6, 2025 10:00 AM Buy Tickets
- Thursday, Feb 6, 2025 12:00 PM Buy Tickets
Event Details
Jayden is stuck in detention with a book about Congressman John Lewis, but he thinks that history has nothing to teach him. Together we go on a musical journey through the decades that shows how the heroes in the Civil Rights movement inspired young John Lewis to protest injustice and get into ‘good trouble.’ As a boy, John dreams of being a preacher who can help others. While he doesn’t have a congregation yet, he does have a loyal group of singing chickens that listen to him as he finds his voice. As John meets Rosa Parks and Dr. King and ultimately becomes a leader and American hero himself, Jayden learns how he too can take a stand.
Written by Nambi E. Kelley, Produced by First Woman
Recommended Age
Recommended for grades 3 - 6
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