Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

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Brer Tiger and the Big Wind

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Exploration Description

A musical created and adapted by Nate Jacobs from a traditional African folktale and a book by William J. Faulkner

Brer Tiger is selfish, keeping everything to himself and refusing to share the bounty of the forest with his fellow animals. Brer Rabbit whips up a Big Wind to teach him a lesson, causing Brer Tiger to change his stripes and learn to enjoy the blessings of generosity. Westcoast Black

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Booking / scheduling contact

Margaret Lindsey

941-263-6750

margaret.lindsey@sarasotafl.gov

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Exploration Detail

Exploration type: Off-Campus Performance

Subject: Theater

Grade Levels 3-5, K-2

Location(s):

777 N Tamiami Trail

Sarasota FL 34236

Fees / Ticketing:

7.00

Ticket scholarships and bus reimbursements are available

Standards & Benchmarks

ELA.1.R.11	ELA.2.R.1.1	ELA.3.R.1.1
ELA.4.R.1.1	ELA.5.R.1.1	ELA.K.R.1.1
TH.1.S.1.1	TH.2.S.1.1	TH.3.S.1.1
TH.4.S.1.1	TH.5.S.1.1	TH.K.S.1.1

Transportation

Is transportation needed for this exploration?: Yes

Is financial assistance offered?: Yes

Program info

Summer or Family Programs Offered?: yes