Catching The Moon: The Story of A Young Girl’s Baseball Dream
Adapted from the celebrated book by Crystal Hubbard
Originally commissioned by Children’s Theatre of Charlotte
Additionally developed by the South Carolina New Play Festival
Book & Lyrics by Nichole Jackson
Music & Lyrics by Tyrone L. Robinson
Director: James Webb
Scenic Design: Ruben Arana-Downs
Lighting Design: David Carr
Costume Design: Kristy Leigh Hall
Sound Design: Tyler Knowles
Orchestrations by: William Congdon
About
With the crack of a bat, Marcenia Lyle rounds the bases with ease and slides into home. It’s the ballfield she knows and loves best. So when famous baseball manager Gabby Street comes scouting players for summer camp, Marcenia steps up to the plate to compete. She’s determined to pursue her passion and defy the naysayers who discourage her from following her dream because she’s a girl. Catching the Moon tells the spirited story of the Black girl who grew up to become “Toni Stone,” the first woman to play for an all-male professional baseball team.
Approximate Running Time: 70 minutes
Recommended Ages: Grades 1 through 5
Curriculum Connections
Literature Based
History
Baseball
Themes
Resilience
Teamwork
Friendship
Family
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