The Orphan Star: A Masai Tale from East Africa

Event Date: 
July 19, 2008
Start Time: 
7:30 pm
End Time: 
8:00 pm
Location: 
Town Hall

Inspired by memories from Ellouise's own trip to West Africa and the book, The Orphan Boy by Tololwa Mollel, the story takes you to the land of Maasai.  We know the planet Venus as the evening and morning star.  The Maasai call this "star" Kileken, the orphan boy.  This traditional tale explains Kileken's appearances and disappearances in a heartwarming yet cautionary tale.

 

Name of Performer: 
Ellouise Schoettler