Experience the "Miss'tory" in American History
Plus- American Made Musical Programs
Check our the Heroes: {A Definition} project on KICKSTARTER!
P.O Box 34
Hazlet, NJ 07730
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Local Commotion is a creative learning experience. Its mission is to integrate performance with education, going beyond the scope of historical text. It is Kati's determination to poignantly recreate American women from a simple pilgrim to those who opposed the injustices of slavery, demanding civil rights for all and all the strong ones in-between. She wishes to make this part of U.S. history tangible and accessible to audiences everywhere: to instill in them a deeper understanding of our past and how it shapes our future.
IMPACT
Audiences of students, families and seniors alike remain enthralled during our performances. With integrity, Kati weaves together dress, the spoken word, and songs of the times into the presentation. The question and answer period is an intrinsic part of our program. It creates a strong bond of communication and repartee; one that engages both performer and audience. As performers, it is invigorating, and stimulating to experience this. One of our walking history presentations is a wonderful and exciting way to experience history!
A FEW COMMENTS:
Even though it is a work in progress, Eleanor Roosevelt came to life! We loved listening to her early life and family secrets. …
Lacey Library, Ocean County
Kati- It is remarkable to engage an audience of 200 fifth and sixth graders! I have not seen so many children so effectively engaged in a music program like I saw on May 28th (2009) when your group visited Markham Place School. Thank you for spreading your passion for jazz & blues with our community.
Dr. Scott Taylor, Supervisor of Curriculum, Mon. Cnty, NJ
YOU can see Local Commotion at these venues!
Take a peek at the Pirate Lady! http://madison.patch.com/articles/pirate-women-storm-into-museum-of-early-trades#photo-6447762
ATTENTION!
I am making a documentary film, Heroes, A Definition, with my team mates Wayne and Laurette. We'd like you to get involved if you are interested. We want to know who your hero is and why, do you have one in the present? One in the past, ie. historical hero? Who? Why? And what makes a hero, what's your definition?
Come on we'd love for you to get involved!
CHECK US OUT on KICKSTARTER, a website forum for creative projects.
***Schools or venues interested in a free program in exchange for being interviewed for our documentary film, please contact Kati -go to contact us and send me a note!
2012
We had a Blast working our way up to Mother's Day with the young people making some wonderful stuff! Leave it to MONMOUTH COUNTY and Stephenie (chief coordinator) for making TERRIFIC programs for young people to get involved in!
Tues. JUNE 26th in Atlantic Highlands and Weds. June 27th in West Long Branch. begins at 7 PM Must register with appropriate library Teen Jewelry Workshops at Monmouth County Libraries
FRI. JUNE 29th- UVAs, 800 Main St., Bradley Beach, NJuvaonmain.com
Kati and the Bill Henry Trio along with guest saxaphonist Emily Grant will be stirring up the joint with a mix of Blues, r&b, soul and some good ole fashioned SWING standards. Come and put your dancing shoes on! No Cover, just good food, drinks, atmosphere and friends!
Tues. July 3rd at Allentown, NJ, Thurs. July 5th at Marlboro, NJ begins at 7 PM Must register with appropriate library Teen Jewelry Workshops at Monmouth County Libraries
Mon. July 9th at Hazlet, Tues. July 10th in Colts Neck, Weds. July 11th in Headquarters, Manalapan. begins at 7 PM Must register with appropriate library Teen Jewelry Workshops at Monmouth County Libraries
Tues July 17th at Eastern Branch begins at 7 PM Must register with appropriate library Teen Jewelry Workshops at Monmouth County Libraries
Mon. July 30th in Ocean, and Tues. July 31st in Wall. begins at 7 PM Must register with appropriate library Teen Jewelry Workshops at Monmouth County Libraries
Saturday, September 15th 2PM Pt. Pleasant Boro Library, Pt. Pleasant, 834 Beaver Dam Rd., Pt. Pleasant, NJ 08742
(732) 295-1555
RHYTHM OF THE BLUES with vocalist Kati and Guitar Bo (Pezzullo). Just listen to the different types of blues sounds there are! Come on and get your blues on.
just for holidays or special days!
There is no limit to when
Local Commotion's Walking History
programs can be presented.
We've been booked for
Schools (K-12)
Lectures
Libraries
Musical Concerts & Private Parties & Functions
Festivals
Historical & Club Groups
Theaters
Churches & Temples
Girl & Boy Scout Troops
Retirement & Senior Homes
Check out:
THE HUB (NJ) interview with Local Commotion's Kati Beddow Brower
http://hub.gmnews.com/news/2002/0301/Bulletin_Board/030.html
Check us out on the National Women's History Projects Website
Listen to the music:
http://www.myspace.com/localcommotionWH
http://www.myspace.com/katiandthelil39swingband
Kati & the Bill Henry Trio

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P.O Box 34
Hazlet, NJ 07730
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