Storyteller Series
The Storyteller Series features the stories and voices of BIPOC changemakers. LCT is an organization dedicated to the growth and empowerment of young people. We believe representation and relevance are vital to quality theatre and to our world at this moment in history.
Storyteller Series productions currently include:
I Dedicate This Ride: The Making of Isaac Murphy
On the Shoulders of Women
The Storyteller Series is proudly sponsored by:
I Dedicate This Ride: The Making of Isaac Murphy
“I don’t pretend to make racing sound easy ‘cause it’s not. It takes strength, brains and courage, lightning reflexes, and a mountain of confidence.”
Inspired by the words of jockey Isaac Murphy, I Dedicate this Ride is the story of the famous African American horseman’s journey through life. During a time of racial tensions in the sport, Isaac Murphy defied the odds in the horse racing world and beyond. Narrated through praise songs and poems by Frank X Walker, this short production follows Murphy’s victories, losses, and experiences to remind us why he was one of the greatest jockeys to ever live.
Best enjoyed by ages 9 and up
Length of Show: 22 minutes, with a 13 minute talkback
On the Shoulders of Women
There are so many incredible women who have shaped our history. This digital collage features the words of influential leaders and trailblazers throughout history, from Mary Britton, a Kentucky native and suffragist, to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who was elected to the United States House of Representatives at age 29. The piece also features the powerful words of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Sojourner Truth, Shirley Chisholm, Barbara Bush, Emmeline Pankhurst, and Susan B. Anthony.
Best enjoyed by ages 9 and up
Length of Show: 25 minutes, with a 24 minute talkback
School Streaming Passes:
Weekly passes available NOW through May 27, 2022
School passes run from all day Monday through Friday at 4:00pm
Storyteller Series shows are recommended for 4th – 12th grade
Curricular Connections – U.S./Kentucky History, BIPOC Historical Figures, Poetry, Civil Rights, Suffrage
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Family Streaming Passes:
All shows in The Storyteller Series are part of our Holiday Streaming library! You can purchase a pass to watch them any time between December 19-31, 2021. Learn more at the link below!
Things to Understand Before You Stream On Demand
About our Video Streaming Process
We are thrilled to offer this unique opportunity to see our Storyteller Series productions. Remember, the video link and passwords can be found in your confirmation email! During the time period your pass is valid for, you can use this link and password combo to watch the show as many times as you would like. If you do not receive your confirmation email within one hour of purchase, please check your spam filter. If you experience technical difficulties, feel free to email Kathryn at khenriques@lctonstage.org! Thank you!