PROGRAM THEMES FOR MULTICULTURAL AUDIENCES
Tiana Marquez has performed several different one-woman programs. Below is a list of the kinds of programs offered, followed by a more detailed description of her most popular program, "Remembering the Children's Crusade." Several of these programs are included in Tiana's CD,"Down by the Riverside". Programs developed from the below themes will be approximately 45 minutes to one hour in length, except the stories for young children (5.).
- "Spirituals and their History/Women in the Fields." The setting takes place in the South before the Civil War. This work consists of a cappella songs and storytelling. Audience participation and singing is encouraged. The second half of the hour-long performance is an original story interwoven in the dramatic interpretation of a slave woman in the fields. This work is suitable for fourth grade to adults.
- "Juneteenth." The setting is in Galveston, Texas, immediately after the Civil War. Suitable for ages 7 and older, the show is approximately 30 to 45 minutes in length.
- "Kwanzaa Time." The history and an explanation of the Kwanzaa table that the artist will set-up.This story will not only give the history of Kwanzaa but will introduce each principle. Suitable for ages 5 and older. Story ends with an original Kwanzaa song. Approximately 45 minutes.
- "Remembering the Children's Crusade." This is the story of the children who marched with Dr. Martin Luther King. The setting takes place in the 1960's. This work is suitable for ages 7 and up and is 45 to 60 minutes in length. Please note this story is based on historical events and the "N" word is used once in the story. So please use your discretion.
- Two original stories are combined in the final program:
- "Tamale Man" is the story of a memorable musical street vendor.
- "Mertice's Gift" tells how a child obtains a special gift through creativity and perseverance.
These stories are suitable for pre-school children to age 10, although many adults will love them as well. Group participation is encouraged. The program is 30 to 45 minutes in length.
All stories are original and group participation is encouraged.
SHORT STORIES & POEMS FOR MATURE AUDIENCES (times are approximate)
Dramatic Interpretation (two or more short stories or poems can be combined to make a complete program):
- Some Hats: In this story the artist takes us back to her childhood and we get a colorful reminisce of women who wore hats in her community. 10-12 minutes.
- Once a man, twice a child: This story is about an adult child, who becomes the parent of his aged parent. 10-12 minutes.
- Undressing: This story toys with the audience and nature. 10-12 minutes.
- A tribute to Marian Anderson: Songs and history of the artist's life. 1 hour 15 minutes.
- Canary & Ms. BE: A poor singer and a wealthy house wife share their lives and provide a special gift to each other. 12-15 minutes.
- Spiritual House Cleaning: A woman strives to attend to the needs of her life. 15-20 minutes.
- Dust to Dawn: An old woman tells of her dream that becomes a reality. 12-15 minutes.
- Mz. Georgia Rae: A story and song for children of all ages. 10-12 minutes.
