Civil Rights Children’s Crusade

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Saturday, Mar 23, 2024
2 p.m.

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Free with registration

*Registration is FREE for residents of Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties.

Location:

Lecture Hall

5200 Woodward Ave
Detroit, MI 48202
United States

Schroeder Cherry's puppet play tells the historic events of the Birmingham Children’s Crusade through the lens of a child. A meticulously hand-crafted rod puppet acts as our narrator, telling of a recent discovery he made of his grandfather’s past.

With 3D puppets and wooden cut-outs, Cherry skillfully animates the struggles, courage, and determination of young protesters who participated in marches and demonstrations during the 1960s. Through this captivating and interactive storytelling medium, Cherry honors the resilience of these young activists. (45 min.)

For families with children 8 and up. Presented with live ASL interpretation.

Paper puppets telling the story of Civil Rights Children’s Crusade

Schroeder Cherry's puppet play tells the historic events of the Birmingham Children’s Crusade through the lens of a child. A meticulously hand-crafted rod puppet acts as our narrator, telling of a recent discovery he made of his grandfather’s past.

With 3D puppets and wooden cut-outs, Cherry skillfully animates the struggles, courage, and determination of young protesters who participated in marches and demonstrations during the 1960s. Through this captivating and interactive storytelling medium, Cherry honors the resilience of these young activists. (45 min.)

For families with children 8 and up. Presented with live ASL interpretation.