At a Glance

Chautauqua presents "History that Just Won't Stay in a book!"  Watch the video below to see how much fun Chautauqua can be!

Chautauqua is interactive educational theater. We take you on an Astonishing Journey into the Past, where historic figures like Thomas Jefferson or Rosa Parks appear on stage.  And the audience can even question them about their lives!  It's intriguing to talk back to historical figures; and everyone agrees, "The audience questions are the most exciting part of every show!"

"Chautauqua is the only institution I know where you can be educated and entertained at the same time and not be able to tell the difference." - Attributed to Mark Twain

Chautauqua Festival Week
June 15-23, 2012:  Details

"They Came to America"

25+ FREE shows performed by nationally acclaimed historical interpreters in Greenville, Spartanburg and Asheville.

Nine straight days - two full weekends of non-stop live history and fun for the whole family.

Shows morning, noon and night.  And they're all FREE!

Chautauqua Performer Training
June 15-20, 2012:  Details

Would you like to learn how to become a Chautauqua performer? to improve your skills as a historical interpeter? to use the techniques in a classroom?

Denmark Vesey story video link

Denmark Vesey in PBS "Africans in America"