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Other programs by Kenn:
"Voyages
of Christopher Columbus
Sullivan's March
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"Recollections of a Sailor"
The 18th Century Voyages
of Captain James Cook Kenn
Anderson delivers a mesmerizing and truly educational portrayal
of an old sailor recalling his career at sea. Beginning as
a ship's boy in 1768, the fictional sailor eventually voyaged
around the world three times with Capt. James Cook. He
imparts his love of the sea and shares tidbits of astronomy,
botany, geography
and culture he's picked up in his famous travels.
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Topic
History ~ Sailing & ExplorationPresenter
Kenn Anderson
Scranton PA
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Target Audience
Ages 10 - 100!
For audiences of any size.
Presenter will tailor his program to the age of the audience.
Length
of Program
Demo available in two lengths:
45 minutes and 90 minutes |
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Presenter's
Approach:
With a sense of genuine joy and energy all his own, Kenn will:
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In full historical costume and delightfully in
character, present the "recollections" of an 18th
century sailor
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Use a combination of creative storytelling and
projected images to take the
audience back 200 years in time
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Explore the daily life, medicine, diet, travel,
science and politics of the time
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If desired, provide follow up discussion questions
for teachers or facilitators to use after
the presentation as well as a list of books and internet sites for relevant supplemental information
Results:
Participants will:
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Be able to visualize a time and culture radically
different from their own
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Know that 18th century sailors were simple men of
incredible fortitude who endured hardship, disease, loneliness, and brutality on their journeys
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Appreciate the historical value of exploring
fantastic lands and exotic cultures
that were previously unknown
Price
Range:
45 minute demo ~ $360
90 minute demo ~ $580
Plus travel expenses for locations outside of a 50 mile driving radius.
Logistical
Factors:
Hosting organization must provide the following:
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a stage, platform, or open area (measuring 24' wide
x 16' deep)
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electrical power
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the ability to darken the room
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ample room for audience seating
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a sound system (for groups of 50 people or larger)
About
the Presenter:
Kenn Anderson has served in the US Navy aboard a large variety of ships,
from aircraft carriers to destroyers. Always fascinated by the
sea, he avidly studies naval history and armament. Kenn has made
several voyages as a crewmember aboard 18th century square-rigged ships,
including HM Bark Endeavour, a replica of Captain Cook's first vessel of
exploration. His passion has spread to his daughters who have also
served as crewmembers.
In civilian life in the 21st century, Kenn instructs engineers and
designers in CADD, Computer Aided Drafting & Design. He
resides in Scranton and dreams of the sea.
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For
more information or to request this program, contact
Kim at:
Dynamic Demos, Speakers & Seminars
51 Comstock Rd Tunkhannock PA 18657
Phone: (570) 241-6807 Email:
kim@dydemos.com
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