School Shows
Jump into stories from Latin America and beyond, where unforgettable characters, laughter, and imagination come alive through interactive Story Theater. With Spanish naturally woven into every performance, audiences don’t just watch the story; they become part of it!
Choose from three interactive shows designed for young audiences from early childhood through the middle grades, with stories and participation tailored to each age group.
Every program blends Story Theater with literacy, curiosity, creative thinking, and playful connections to science and the world around us. Spanish, and sometimes Indigenous languages from Latin America, are naturally woven into the stories, inviting children to discover new words, cultures, and ways of seeing the world.
Here’s a taste of what I can bring to your community!
PreK to 2nd Grade
Long Ears and
Sleepy Nights
Playful Tales of How Things Came to Be
First, meet a clever Rabbit from Nicaragua who wants to be "Big, Grande, Gigante!" and travel to the Amazon rainforest, where Mouse, Sloth, and Armadillo each have a very different kind of night to share.
Along the way, children play characters, move, respond, and help bring both stories to life.
Featuring puppets, student actors, movement, and call-and-response, the show playfully introduces young audiences to how stories explain the natural world, from animal characteristics to changing seasons and the length of night in different parts of the world.
Perfect for early learners who love to move, laugh, wonder, and ask why.
30–45 minutes • Literacy • Creative Thinking • Science Connections • Curiosity
3rd to 5th Grade
Fireballs & Rainstorms
Stories of Young Heroes Who Take the Lead
Two young heroes from South America discover that courage isn’t about having all the answers; it’s about deciding to act.
In one tale, a determined girl sets out to stop a dangerous ball of fire before it reaches a neighboring community. In another, a brave Mapuche boy must find a way to bring rain back to his people when their land desperately needs it.
Through interactive Story Theater, chants, movement, and student participation, children step into these adventures and discover how creative thinking, teamwork, and leadership can turn young people into powerful problem-solvers.
50 minutes • Creative Thinking • Leadership • Teamwork • Problem Solving
Gods, Monsters & Mortals
Mythology and Legends from Latin America
Travel from Mexico to the southern reaches of South America through myths, legends, and folktales shaped by cultures including the Maya, Aztec, Inca, Mapuche, and many others.
With humor, audience participation, and vivid storytelling, students encounter powerful gods, unlikely heroes, strange creatures, and ancient questions about how the world works. Programs can be tailored to highlight particular cultures, regions, or themes, giving students a lively way to explore the history, beliefs, and imagination behind the stories.
50 minutes • Mythology • Folklore • Literacy • Creative Thinking • Cultural Exploration
Discover some of the stories behind the shows!
Curious about the stories behind the shows? These animated videos introduce two of the folktales featured in my programs. While the live performances are expanded through audience participation, puppetry, movement, and interactive storytelling, these videos offer a wonderful preview of the adventures waiting for your students.