Mike Wiley: One Noble Journey | Thu, Jan 23, 2025 | 10 am and 12 pm

Description

Join LTAC favorite Mike Wiley for his interactive one-man show, showcasing the story of Henry “Box” Brown. Henry was an African American born into slavery in 1816 in Louisa County, Virginia. Although he was not subjected to physical violence, Henry’s story demonstrates the cruelty of slavery was every bit as devastating to the heart as it could be on the body. After his family was torn apart and parceled out to various beneficiaries of the estate, Henry devised an ingenious escape plan – sealing himself in a wooden box for shipment to friends and freedom in Philadelphia.

Offered At

Lone Tree Arts Center

We invite schools and families to partake of distinctive, professional productions especially curated from our Season offerings in dance, theatre, music, and science. These live events are brought to audiences interested in engaging educational offerings within our state-of-the-art performance venue and through the artistry of local, national, and international artists.

Scholarship opportunities are available, please contact ashley.vanderweg@cityoflonetree.com for information.

Details

Subjects

African American History

Capacity

100 students

Duration

60 min.

Activity

Field Trip

Grades

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, K

Price Options

$9.00 per Person for School Group