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Streaming Now through December 17, 2021  |  Streaming Event Commanding Space: The Rise of Annie Easley and the Centaur Rocket Streaming Performance for Schools

Event Description

In the midst of the Civil Rights Movement, young Annie Easley knows she can be something more. In this true story of dreams, hardships, and self-determination, Annie becomes one of the first African American human computers at NASA. Initially working on airplanes, she soon realizes her destiny is to be on the team of mathematicians that launch the Centaur Rocket into the Space Race. Commanding Space: The Rise of Annie Easley and the Centaur Rocket is an important story about a persistent and intelligent woman whose desire to succeed in science and technology proved stronger than the prejudice that would have denied her. 
 
Recommended for grades: 3 and up
Content available to stream on-demand at a time of your choosing now through November 15 - December 17, 2021.
You may access content for your classroom multiple times. One registration per class required. 
Running time: 60 minutes

Included with Registration:

  • Teacher Resource Guide
  • Pre-show Classroom Connection Workshop video
  • Performance video
  • Post-show Classroom Connection Workshop video
  • Pre-recorded Q&A with the company

Classroom Connections Workshops videos for this title are designed for primary and intermediate grade levels. 

To request a field trip, please complete the online 2021-2022 School Field Trip Order Form by clicking the “Register” button on this page. Registrations and order by phone are not accepted, but we are happy to answer your questions.

For assistance in choosing the best shows for your class, please contact the Education Hotline at 216-348-7909 or schoolprograms@playhousesquare.org.

Pricing:

Registrations are $20 per class and may accommodate up to 30 students. If your class is larger, or if you’re registering multiple groups, please contact us for a price quote. Adult participation is free, though they must be accounted for in your reservation numbers.

Cleveland Metropolitan School District teachers: Thanks to a generous donation from the KeyBank Foundation, a limited number of free and reduced-cost tickets are available for CMSD schools and approved partnered schools (view eligibility list). Contact us at 216-348-7909 or
schoolprograms@playhousesquare.org for ordering instructions.

This student matinee performance is part of the Playhouse Square Education Department Social Justice Series.