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Women in History Programs
Program Categories
Historical Programs and Characters, Educational Programs, Theater Programs
Audience Age
adult program, and/or for families age 10-up
Since 1985, Jessa Piaia has performed at educational and cultural sites throughout New England. Her character portrayals celebrate women of the past whose diverse lives span three centuries. In her poignant and inspiring dramatic vignettes, Jessa reveals the accomplishments, struggles, and contributions of these women to American history. Jessa depicts each woman's life set against the historic events and issues of the day.
While some may be more famliar to present-day audiences, each of their lives deserve the attention Jessa gives them. Famous or not, all of these women can serve as role models for us today.
$350. travel not included
Program Length
45-minute portrayal, plus informal Q&A
Last Modified
06/01/2006
Recent Library/School Appearances by Women in History Programs
Corwin Public Library
Webster, MA
508-949-388
Wells Public Library
Wells, ME
207-646-8181
J.V. Fletcher Public Library
Westford, MA
978-692-5555
Performer’s Contact Information
Women in History Programs
Jessa PiaiaP.O. Box 390845
Cambridge, MA 02139
piaia@fas.harvard.edu
http://www.womeninhistoryprograms.com/about.html
Preferred Contact Method: Email