This timely story not only gives readers a fun introduction to the American electoral system but also teaches the value of hard work, courage, independent thought - and offers an inspiring example of how to choose our leaders. Even if she can’t be the best man for the job, she can certainly try to be the best person!

When Grace’s teacher reveals that the United States has never had a female president, Grace decides she wants to be the nation’s first and immediately jumpstarts her political career by running in her school’s mock election! The race is tougher than she expected: her popular opponent declares that he’s the “best man for the job” and seems to have captured the votes of all of the class’s boys. Casa Mañana Theatre has been a pioneer in the field of theatre education as they work to inspire young audiences.A fresh, fun, and “thought-provoking” New York Times bestseller about the American electoral college and why every vote counts from bestselling and award-winning duo Kelly DiPucchio and LeUyen Pham. She shares tales of neglect, abuse and manipulation.

The 42-year-old actor holds back absolutely nothing. It’s a promise from Kelly to her readers. Tell Me Everything is much more than just a title. The theatre has brought in many popular performers and productions, and today they produce their own shows. Kelly pulls back the curtain on her deeply traumatic early life in a stunning, achingly honest new memoir. They began bringing musicals to the area in 1936 and were one of the first theatres to produce shows for young audiences. DiPucchio and is recommended for grades 1-5.Ĭasa Mañana is Fort Worth’s oldest and most famous live theatre. Grace For President is based on the book by Kelly S. This educational musical is sure to entertain, educate, and empower the community’s youth. Grace For President will help teach the young audience the importance of leadership, equality, and pursuing one’s dreams. president has been a woman, decides to be the first. The characters are played by a diverse, adult cast and the show is packed with fun, catchy, and heart-warming performances. Grace for President by author Kelly DiPucchio and illustrator LeUyen Pham rchronicles the political campaign of Grace Campbell, a smart and ambitious elementary school student who, when she learns that not a single U.S. They catch a glimpse of what life would be like sitting in the White House. Grace and her classmates learn many lessons about leadership and become encouraged to one day run for office. She wants to show that girls can succeed in leadership too!

Grace questions the lack of women in the Oval Office, asking “where are the girls?” This inspires her to enter the tough election and defy the odds. Smart and outgoing Grace decides to run for class president after learning that there’s never been a woman president in the White House. Grace For President, a family friendly musical produced by Casa Mañana Theatre, will both motivate and educate the youth of today.

Grace for President by Kelly DiPucchio