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The Bullfrog Lover

Series: Native Radio Theater
From: AIROS
Length: 00:28:46

A sweet and fun story about young love, determination and finding the best in people. Read the full description.
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Native_radio_small A play based on stories of the Eastern Band of Cherokee in North Carolina, adapted for radio by Robert Vestal (Cherokee) and performed by the Cherokee Youth before a live audience, recorded on location in Cherokee North Carolina.

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Piece Description

A play based on stories of the Eastern Band of Cherokee in North Carolina, adapted for radio by Robert Vestal (Cherokee) and performed by the Cherokee Youth before a live audience, recorded on location in Cherokee North Carolina.

Timing and Cues

In Cue: [flute music] "Well hello and welcome ..."
Out Cue: " ... For Native Radio Theater this is Angel Geller." [NRT Theme Music]

Related Website

www.nativeradio.org/theater