Theatre in the Classroom

Over its 45 year history, TIC shows have covered a wide variety of topics including inventors and their inventions, ancient myths, space travel, history, adaptations of world folk literature and more! Two generations of teachers have found the shows to be a tool for curriculum enhancement and a unique opportunity for students to discover the world from other perspectives.

Using song, energetic physical storytelling, and audience participation, this play explores the life of the great American abolitionist, Frederick Douglass, through the journey as an enslaved person to becoming a trailblazer during the 19th century Civil Rights Movement as a skilled orator and writer. Discover the trials and successes of a true leader through his poignant words and brave actions. 

The Remarkable Life of a National Leader
Written by Gabe Moses
Directed by Avery LaMar Pope

Discovering Frederick Douglass

Interview on PA Live (WYOU/WBRE)
March 7th, 2025

Show Information:

Tour Dates:
March 17 - May 23, 2025

Free Preview:
Saturday, March 15 at 12:30 PM
The Bloomsburg Public Library, 225 Market Street

To book a show for your school or library, email TICbooking@bte.org.

Meet the Team

  • Diamond McClendon

    (she/her/hers)
    Actor 1

  • Brian Bond

    (he/him/his)
    Actor 2

  • Theodore J. Clark

    (he/him/his)
    Actor 3

Production Team

  • Avery LaMar Pope

    (he/him/his)
    Director

  • Aisha Mahon

    (she/her/hers)
    Stage Manager

  • Helena Alfajora

    (she/her/hers)
    Set Designer

  • Mia Jones

    (she/her/hers)
    Costume and Props Designer

What to expect with a Theater in the Classroom performance:

  • Professional actors play multiple characters and create different locations and moods through the imaginative use of props and costumes;

  • Call and response student participation promotes basic group behavior skills, such as listening and observing;

  • A free study guide — available for download before the performance — allows teachers to maximize the educational value of the theatre experience by providing discussion ideas, related classroom activities, post-performance questions, and a well-researched bibliography to guide further study and lesson planning.

Book A Show

Complete information about how to bring a TIC performance to your school or venue is available by contacting Education Director Abigail Leffler via email aleffler@bte.org.


More Information

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