WARRIORS DON'T CRY
TheaterWorks USA
Recommended for Grades 6-12: Communication and Language Arts, Music, Technology, Social Studies. Themes: Empowered Youth, Civil Discourse, Social Justice, Activism, Social Media, Freedom
After hearing Ya Girl – a high school student with over 1 million followers on Instagram – struggle to make sense of today’s tumultuous world, Melba Pattillo steps out of history to share the story of her battle to integrate Little Rock Central High School in 1957. Ya Girl learns to see herself in Melba, and in all the young warriors who came before her who raised their hands and made a difference.
Inspired by Dr. Melba Pattillo Beals' Little Rock Nine memoir, Warriors Don't Cry, this production is a catalyst for deeper discussion about social responsibility, civil discourse, social media, and community engagement.
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