The Adopt-A-Teller Program (AATP) is a unique initiative that brings nationally renowned Black storytellers to schools, libraries, and community venues for free (if eligibility criteria are met).
Established in 1991 at the Ninth National Festival of Black Storytelling, AATP has reached over 186,400 students and adults with engaging performances and workshops.
Adopt-a-Teller
What are the criteria for eligibility?
Our programs are FREE due to the generous funding of the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Nora Roberts Foundation,
One or more of the following criteria are necessary:
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primary audience members “underrepresented," (ex. Black or African American)
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Title I school
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primary audience members classified as low income
Free Criteria-Based Programming Rates
A limited number of criteria-based programs for underserved populations are offered at no program cost due to the generosity of our funders, The National Endowment for the Arts and The Nora Roberts Foundation.
There is an application fee of $75.00 per storytelling service.
Upon acceptance of application, NABS AATP administration, will contact you.
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What Programs are Available?
45-minute Performances:
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Single
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Back-to-Back
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Workshop
Customized programs designed upon request. Selections of dates will be between October 21- October 26 on a first come, first serve basis. October 21 to 23 dates and times are limited.
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