Freedom Songs
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Tue. Feb 17 , 2026 10:00AM
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Tue. Feb 17 , 2026 12:00PM
Event Details
From the work songs of the fields of people who were enduring the bonds of slavery, to Ragtime, Jazz, R&B, and the inspired spirituals of the Civil Rights movement, this play follows the compelling story of the role that music played in the history of Black Americans. Meet incredible Americans like Scott Joplin, Billie Holiday, Little Richard and more in a tale that is sure to intrigue audiences of all ages!
Grades 3 and Up
60 minutes
Curriculum Themes: Communication and Language Arts, Music, Literature Based, Relationships and Family, Creativity, Teamwork, Friendship
Season Sponsored by Community First Credit Union.
Parking
The Yates Building Garage is the preferred parking facility of the Florida Theatre. The Yates garage is visible across the Forsyth and Newnan Streets intersection from the Florida Theatre, but the garage entrance is behind the building at 200 East Adams Street. (Drive past the theatre on your right, across Newnan Street, past the Yates Building on your left, make a left on North Market Street and a left on Adams Street.) The Yates Garage is well lighted, staffed, and is monitored by security cameras.
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