CHEROKEE LEGEND COMES TO LIFE AT WCU

'WCU's Theatre in Education Program (TIE) will present Dogwood's Search, a Theatre for Young Audiences.

 

Dogwood's Search is an original script based on a Cherokee legend that has previously been shared only through the oral tradition of storytelling.  This original work was co-authored by the TIE company members; WCU senior theatre major Spencer Saunders and faculty Claire Eye and Glenda Hensley; the TIE class and their Cherokee mentors, Eddie Bushyhead and Davy Arch.  The theme of the play centers upon environmental stewardship, community, and respect for the earth.  The core mission of the production seeks to build social and environmental literacy within a creative framework and through service to the community.  Dogwood's Search aims to provide entertainment paired with valuable life lessons.'

 

'Although the content is for all ages, the primary curricular connections will be appropriate for students in grades 3-8.  The one-hour performance will be followed by an actor talk-back for those interested in speaking directly with cast members '

 

Admission is $2

Two performances on Thursday, April 19th @ 10:00 and 1:00 for local students

For more information ~ reservations contact Glenda Hensley, TIE program director, GHENSLEY@wcu.edu  828-227-2469

 

Saturday performance, April 21st at 2 p.m.  WCU Fine and Performing Arts Center