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Citizens of the World
A musical presentation that focuses on creating a sense of togetherness within
the school and community.
Several weeks prior to the performance date, the school
is sent a copy of John's study guide:
Hats Around The World.
This guide explains
how to make various foreign hats in the
classroom using paper and other simple art materials. The art
teacher or the classroom teacher can initiate art projects with
their students. This project aims to inspire classroom discussions
of various customs and clothing worn by people in other parts of
the world, and how the cultures compare with one another. Children
are encouraged to wear their foreign hats to the performance,
thus
creating the effect of the United Nations and a sense of unity and
pride in the
school. John uses a combination of songs, movement,
dialogue, and an assortment
of hats and disguises from around the
world. Children are constantly being reminded
throughout the show to have an appreciation and mutual respect for
one another.
"His onstage rapport
with his student audience is one of the best I've ever seen."
Norbert Bukowski, Ed. Director Tampa Bay
Performing Arts Center, Tampa, FL
"Rave reviews as always...His multicultural songs are great for our very diversified schools."
Paulene Ross, Northeast Cultural Arts Center, Inc.
Bradford, MA
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