Wiley and The Hairy Man

Teaching Artist: Leverage Dance Theater

This play, set deep within a southern swamp, centers around a young girl, her mother, her faithful dog, and the Hairy Man who haunts Wiley’s days and dreams. Dance, drama and music bring to life the adventures of this plucky heroine. In an exciting duel of wits, Wiley learns to rely upon her own resources and conquers two villains – the Hairy Man and her own fear. Check out a brief video here.

Audience: Grades PK – 6
Format: Performance
Curriculum Connections: Social Emotional Learning, English/Language Arts
Teaching Artist: Leverage Dance Theater

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