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Storyteller Steven Gregory
and musician Reiko Obata bring
to life Japanese, African, African-American, Latin American, and other
world folktales. We offer educational programs that can be separately
focused or a combination of two or three cultures, such as:
- Musical Folktales from Japan
- African and African-American Musical Folktales
- Musical Folktales from Asia & Africa
- Musical Folktales from Around the World
We wear traditional clothing and use authentic ethnic instruments. The
stories are accompanied by the Japanese koto (13-string zither),
African drums, mbira (thumb piano), shakers, and other instruments.
Discussion, singing, and hands-on audience participation further enrich
an understanding of other cultures. Both older and younger audiences
will be charmed by these tales that spark the imagination and
encourage reading. "Tales Alive! - Musical Folktales Around the World"
combines words and music for an unforgettable storytelling experience!
Tales Alive! is one of the most popular
storytelling shows in Southern California, performing in schools,
libraries, youth clubs, retirement communities, and festivals. Venues
they have been featured at include Borders Books, San Diego Folk
Heritage Sam Hinton Folk Festival, San Diego Multicultural Festival,
UCSD Cultural Celebration, Kroc Center Literacy Fair, El Cajon
International Friendship Festival, Carlsbad Multicultural Arts
Festival, and Hemet Museum Family Fun Festival.
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