My James Whitcomb Riley show runs 35-40 minutes and includes many of his classic poems as well as delightful tales from Riley's life in Indiana during the 19th century. He took immense pride in composing his humorous and nostalgic verses, calling them "simple sentiments that come direct from the heart," and his poetry continues to appeal to both young and old alike. Riley's most beloved characters are brought to life in the same performance manner he utilized on the lecture circuit.
My Abraham Lincoln show runs 45-50 minutes and examines his childhood "laziness" - he took joy in reading rather than laboring in the fields - as well as the deaths of his mother and sister, his failures in business, his career as a prairie lawyer, his courtship of Mary and the notorious leniency he displayed toward his four beloved sons, his burgeoning political ambitions, "A House Divided," the Emancipation Proclamation, and the strong faith which sustained him throughout the Civil War.
For teachers and schools, both presentations are tailored to meet Indiana Educational Standards. Please click the link below for further details.
riley@dannyrussel.com
(317) 899-1254
lincoln@dannyrussel.com
(317) 899-1254
