Medieval & Greek Myth Programs - Caton Enterprises, Ltd.

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The colorful legends and romance of King Arthur; the dashing gallantry of Medieval Knights; the colorful castle culture; the intrique of Falconry, the sport of Kings; the joyful revelry of an authentic Medieval banquet, and the exciting myths of Greece is the "stuff of which dreams.." and Caton Enteprises, Ltd. is made!

Since 1989 Caton Enterprises, Ltd. has presented educational programs centered on the English Middle Ages, legendary heroes, and the Renaissance, chiefly in the Chicago area. Conceived and developed by Joan M. Caton, an educator, Arthurian scholar, and National Endowment for the Humanities research fellow, the programs and banquets feature an "across the curriculum" interdisciplinary focus, as well as student participation and program related classroom materials.

KING ARTHUR ALIVE! Assembly based on Arthurian Legend and Medieval culture (grades 4-8)

MEDIEVAL KNIGHTS Two knights present the Crusades, training of a knight, a choreographed sword fight...and more! (grades 4-8)

MEDIEVAL FALCONER Federally licensed falconer presents the Sport of Kings & environmental focus (4th - 8th grade)

GREEK MYTHS: Be a part of the multi-disciplinary world of the Greek gods, mortals and heroes as the world of the Greek legends and the middle school student are linked together for learning.

MEDIEVAL BANQUETS Joyous revelry, entertainment, and education at a full-scale banquet held in a castle banquet hall! Features seven costumed performers, inclusive of knights, falconer, ladies, jester, and herald trumpeter. Daytime performance.

Call 847-659-8252 today for more information, and booking guidelines and details...HUZZAH! (..a Medieval cheer).

Discipline/Talent:

language arts
storytelling
history
middle school

Details

Grade level:  elementary school, middle school, library/civic
Performance Length: 45-60 minutes
Workshops/Residencies: No

Technical Information

Set-up Time: 50-60 minutes
Strike Time: 40-50 minutes
Performer Needs: Simple performance needs: tables and chairs.

Contact:

Joan Caton
Telephone: 847.659.8252
E-Mail: caton.enterprises@comcast.net
Web: www.catonenterprises.com

Address: P.O. Box 654
Huntley, IL 60142