In the Classroom, Library or Auditorium... your students will explore Greek mythology through storytelling, poetry and dramatic reading. The use of masks in ancient Greece, birthplace of the drama and western theater arts. "Masking," one of the world's oldest art forms -- over 20,000 years old. The transforming power of the mask in ancient and modern societies. The "voice of the mask" in poetry and drama. Click here for printable mask making instructions.

Ancient Voices: Student Assembly Description: In this 45-minute interactive presentation, students explore the origins of western theater arts and the 20,000 year-old art of masking. Using the larger-than-life copper masks she makes, the author presents Greek mythology through storytelling, poetry and dramatic, masked performance.    Ancient Voices: The Art of the Mask Student or Adult Workshop/Lecture Description: This hour-long workshop introduces students to the 20,000 year-old art of masking. Emphasis is placed on the use of masks in ancient Greece, birthplace of the drama and western theater arts. Both ancient and modern mask-making techniques are explored.     Ancient Voices: The Art of the Mask (continued) Hearing Voices: Student Workshop/Lecture Description: During this hour-long workshop, students are invited to experience the power and magic of poetic voice. Participants read a variety of works by well-known poets and learn to identify the five distinctive poetic voices used to create effective, interesting poems. In the smaller workshop setting, students are asked to bring either a poem they have written or one they admire. In the lecture setting, a follow-up classroom assignment is provided to teachers. Kate can tailor her presentations to suit your needs. For more information, contact: