“JOB – A MODERN MAN”

What if the biblical Job lived today?  What if he lived in our modern world as a successful executive with a loving family, loyal friends and the best life has to offer?  And, as in the scriptural story, what if he lost it all in a flash? 

This gripping parallel story of Job is set in contemporary times and explores the age old question: “Where is God in the midst of trouble and tragedy?”

Appropriate for ages teen and up.

"HIDING IN PLAIN SIGHT"

An amazing true story of fugitive slaves William and Ellen Craft and their astonishing 1848 journey toward freedom.  

This suspenseful dramatization of the couple's daring and ingenious plan to avoid detection during their dangerous escape by train and boat from Georgia to New England, and ultimately to Europe, offers a poignant and powerful look at historic events in nineteenth century America.

“THE EMPEROR’S NEW CLOTHES”

To his amazement, young Ned is unexpectedly appointed a page boy for the egotistical Emperor.  He is immediately caught up in the empire’s escapades and witnesses the royally ridiculous operations of the kingdom’s kooky court. 

The painfully pompous staff is soon fooled by two treacherous tailors who con everyone into believing their “invisible” cloth has the magical power to be seen only by those fit for their jobs.  When the tailors are hired to outfit the Emperor, it’s up to Ned to reveal the shocking truth and save the kingdom from royal embarrassment!  Based on the Hans Christian Andersen classic tale, the perils of vanity, greed and deceit are hilariously “exposed” in this insightful look at human nature.

“THE PRINCESS AND THE PIGS”

Poor King Atreo!  How could he be raising such an impossible princess?  For although she was exceedingly beautiful, Princess Mirabel was ridiculously rude, spoiled and selfish. But the king has a surprising idea that will change his daughter’s life forever.  And after an amazing encounter with a singing beggar and a herd of pampered pigs, Mirabel will never be the same! 

This hilarious dramatization of a Grimm Brothers tale is at once insightful,
poignant and amusing.  

“TRAPPED IN AESOP’S FABLES!”

When young Henry examines the contents of an old, mysterious chest, he is surprised to discover the books inside are amazing doorways to other realms—fantasy worlds described in the books! As he opens a volume of Aesop’s famous fables, the lad is magically transported into the tales themselves.

Will Henry ever gain the common sense to master Aesop’s life lessons and return to his own world?  With the wisdom of King Solomon, the sly storyteller Aesop relates the lessons of “The Ant and the Grasshopper,” “The Tortoise and the Hare,” “The Boy Who Cried Wolf,” “The Goose and the Golden Eggs,” and “The Milkmaid and Her Pail.”

Especially suitable for the
young and young at heart.

“THE MISADVENTURES OF
TOM SAWYER”

All of the charms of childhood are captured in this hilarious classic from the pen of Samuel Clemens, better known as Mark Twain.  America's yesteryears spring to life as the grand old man himself relates the beloved story of Tom Sawyer's youthful pranks and perils.

Tom endures the scolding of loving Aunt Polly, attempts to woo Becky Thatcher and experiences the folly of foolishness with his unpredictable friend, Huck Finn. Unbelievable escapades, a treacherous trial, a mysterious stranger and encounters with the notorious Injun Joe all combine for a suspenseful and funny yarn woven by a master spinner of tales.

Appropriate for ages teen and up.

"PRIDE AND PREJUDICE"

Some of the most beloved characters in all fiction are brought to life as "Pride and Prejudice" is faithfully dramatized with all the wit and wisdom of Jane Austen's charming 1813 novel. This classic literary masterpiece follows the dilemmas of the Bennet family as they pursue romantic antics and intrigue amidst the backdrop of frustrating social conventions.

Elizabeth Bennet's prejudice against Mr. Darcy is only matched by the arrogance of his pride as this cautionary tale unfolds with humorous twists, delightful dialogue and surprising situations arising from the age-old pursuit of happiness.