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The program opens with a man who seems to be Benjamin Franklin, but he is setting the stage and doing acting and voice exercises. Suddenly, he recites a monologue of the accomplishments of Benjamin Franklin. We learn that this is none other than Benjamin Franklin Macdougal, a member of a family that has dedicated itself to impersonating Benjamin Franklin and acting for SEVEN GENERATIONS. Students learn of the life of Franklin and the art of character building through acting, directing, discussion, and question and answers. The program ends with the Benjamin Franklin Macdougal portraying Dr. Franklin in three famous monologues.
Marty Barrett
Marty Barrett has a degree in Early Childhood Education and studied theater at Towson State University. He has been a teacher for sixth grade and has been teaching theater for children of all ages at both Callanwolde Fine Arts Center and Young Audiences for over 25 years. As a freelance artist, director, and playwright, he has performed in many venues with high energy and flexible performances that are up close and personal. Besides work as a teaching artist, he serves New Covenant Community Church in Chamblee, Georgia, as pastor and artistic director for the Arc Theater.
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Grade Level:
K, 1, 2, 3, 4
Program Type:
Assembly, New Program
Audience Limit:
300
Duration:
45 minutes
Requirements:
Stage , gym, media center or cafetorium.
Cost:
Single Assembly: $380
Two Back-to-Back: $540
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