Cafe Huntington

Project Description:
Cabell County Public Library would like to bring the Bright Star Touring Theatre to do a performance of “We Can Do It: American Women in History” in mid-September. The play explores the lives and work of notable American women–from Amelia Earhart and Laura Ingalls Wilder to Helen Keller and Susan B. Anthony. The play celebrates the courageous, confident women who have helped shpe our country into the land it is today. The production includes themes of perserverance, integrity, and patriotism as well as covering standards in history, social studies, and arts & humanities. It is geared for children in grades 2 to adults. Bright Star Touring Theatre is a national professional touring theatre company based in Asheville, NC. It will be touring in our area during the week of September 13-17th and it’s a great opportunity to have them perform here. The cost for the show is $495. Bright Star serves more than 650 audiences annually with a variety of programs.

Project Importance:
It is important for the children of Cabell County to learn about notable American women. The theme supports the curriculum in the school and exposes children to live theatre. This play will inform and inspire children who do not get enough opportunities to see live theatre performed by professional actors. Additionally, since the play will take place at the Library, books on the women depicted in the play will be on display, encouraging further reading on the topic.

How Money Will Be Used:
We will use the funds to pay for the performance. The library staff will advertise the performance by sending an artile to the Herald-Dispatch, by publishing an article in the library’s newsletter, “Library Connection,” and by distributing fliers. The performance will also be posted on the library’s web page and on facebook. Local schools will be notified by email. The audience will be asked to evaluate the performance through a short and easy to understand evaluation form that will be handed out.

3 Month Goal:
We will engage Bright Star Touring Theatre for a date in mid-September.