The Crown Jewels

QHS’ CROWN JEWELS PRESENTS A FASCINATING EXPLORATION INTO THE DEPTH OF BEAUTY THAT EMERGES FROM AFRICA THROUGHOUT THE CENTURIES, COVERING THREE THOUSAND YEARS AND OVER FIVE THOUSAND MILES OF THE CONTINENT’S HISTORY. THIS VIBRANT PERFORMANCE REPERTOIRE INCLUDES PERFORMANCES, STANDARDS BASED SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS, INTERACTIVE STORYTELLING & ART-MAKING WORKSHOPS AND YOUTH RITES OF PASSAGE PROGRAMS. ADAPTABLE FOR ALL STAGES AND AGES,
 
IF YOU ARE AN EDUCATOR INTENDING TO BOOK OR RESERVE, CHOOSE THE APPROPRIATE LINK UNDER THE EDUCATOR'S CORNER.  ALL OTHER VISITORS MAY EXPLORE EITHER THE EDUCATOR OR UNIVERSITY/OTHERS LINK FOR YOUR PROGRAM OR SERVICE OF INTEREST.

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EDUCATOR'S CORNER

The Festival of African Royalty

The Festival of African Royalty is the first FIELD TRIP of its kind held during school hours and produced in accordance with the California History Standards that recognizes African American"s rich royal heritage.  The Society's signature stage performance, "Queens of the Nile, Now" is the feature stage event.

SCHOOL FIELD TRIP

EGYPT: The Glorious 18th Dynasty

 
In this unique in-school assembly, volunteer students are transformed from 21st Century students into four of Africa's most renown and well dressed rulers,including the "boy king", Tutankamon. Excellent curriculum suppliment for 6th grade, "ancient civilization."

IN-SCHOOL ASSEMBLY

Egypt Day at the Pyramid

This History/Social Science FIELD TRIP aligns with the 6th Grade Ancient World History study of Egypt.  It includes a Lecture / Demonstration by QHS Founder and Fashion Historian, Sakkara Thomas and an abbreviated presentation of the Society's signature performance.

SCHOOL FIELD TRIP

 

Yaa Asantewa & the Golden Stool

Yaa Asantewa is one of the most significant historical figures of the Ashanti people of West Africa. In this in-school assembly, Queen Mother Yaa Asantewa introduces young audiences to the Story of the Golden Stool.

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Universities & Others

You Wear the Crown

Memorable when you see it, more so when you perform in it. Picture your community and friends adorned as Kings and Queens in a performance for the audience of your choice. Excellent for high schools, colleges and universities.
PERFORMANCE

Royal Tribute

Thinking of honoring an outstanding individual or organization. This package is customized to your needs and will include select African Kings/Queens of your choice in a special 10-15 minute tribute performance. Recommended for local and national civic/community organizations.
PERFORMANCE

Queens of the Nile, Now

For the serious theater producer, treat your audience to our original full stage history pageant next season. Witness African royalty like never before through spirited dance, inspiring drama and the majestic pageantry of "Queens of the Nile, Now."
MAIN STAGE PERFORMANCE