Bring Black History to Life with Bright Star Touring Theatre
Our Black History Series brings professional touring productions directly to schools, libraries, museums, theatres, and community organizations across the country. With engaging performances designed for young audiences, students don’t just hear about history. They get to experience the stories of extraordinary people who helped shape our nation.
We offer programs for all grade levels from PK to adult.
Explore Our Black History Productions
Black History Hall of Fame
Step inside an unforgettable celebration of Black history! Audiences meet important figures from the past while discovering the remarkable accomplishments, courage, creativity, and determination that changed America.
The Life of Dr. King
Explore the extraordinary life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This engaging production introduces young audiences to Dr. King’s childhood, his leadership during the Civil Rights Movement, and his enduring message of equality and justice.
Black History’s Groundbreaking Geniuses
Scientists, inventors, thinkers and innovators take center stage! This production celebrates brilliant Black Americans whose ideas and accomplishments transformed our world.
Let It Shine: The American Civil Rights Movement
Travel through one of the most important chapters in American history. Students encounter the people, events and courageous actions that propelled the Civil Rights Movement and changed the nation.
Heroes of the Underground Railroad
Discover stories of courage, resistance and the pursuit of freedom through this powerful exploration of the Underground Railroad and the people who risked everything to help others escape slavery. This show brings to life: Levi Coffin, Henry ‘Box’ Brown, Harriet Tubman, John Parker & More.
Freedom Songs
History meets music in this celebration of the songs and stories connected to Black History in America.
George Washington Carver & Friends
Meet the remarkable George Washington Carver and discover the scientists, inventors and innovators whose curiosity and determination made history.
Jackie Robinson
Step onto the field with one of America’s most legendary athletes and learn how Jackie Robinson’s courage extended far beyond baseball.
Honored to be the nation’s largest provider of Black History programming since 2005
Bright Star’s touring model makes bringing live theatre to your students remarkably simple. Our professional actors come directly to you, and our productions are designed to work in any available space.
Whether you’re planning a school assembly, library program, community celebration or special event, we’d love to help you find the right production for your audience.
Bring history off the page and onto the stage with Bright Star Touring Theatre’s Black History Series!
