Plays and Books
Asheba' Story....
Asheba answers the question: “Why study
African American History?”, in a play for
12 to 30 voices. Grades 3 - 7
Tuskegee Love Letters - a one act play -
The poignant and romantic story of a
Tuskegee Airman and his family. From
actual letters.
Buy the script for your group to produce as readers
theater or lead a humanities discussion.
Letters written by Lt. Col Jay Bernard Knighten and his
wife, Luana. 1939-1956 - Follow the Black American
experience through two wars and success in fast
paced New York in the 50's. Play written by daughter,
Kim Russell.
Ideal play for Veterans and Memorial events.
Tuskegee Love Letters.
I Sell the Shadow - written and performed by
Kim Russell.
This award winning video lets you visit with
Sojourner at home, talking about her life.
Includes the famous "Ain't I a woman" speech.
Ideal for classroom, grades 5 and up. $5.00
Produced by Women of Diversity Productions,
Inc.

Quotes for Kim Russell - Sojourner Truth:
I Sell the Shadow
“Brings Black History to life” – Reno Gazette-Journal
“An emotional journey” Las Vegas Weekly
“She knows the character well enough to be her” UNR
– Women’s Resource Center
“Kim is a marvelous Sojourner Truth. The strength of
good women makes me so proud to be one. Made
me feel how much for granted I take my freedom.
What a long way women and Blacks have come!” –
Member - Clark County School Library Association
“That’s why we came – to learn more.” – Jarrad –
High school freshman
“Ms. Russell is a master craftsman of the art of drama.
Very enjoyable presentation. She is a wonderful story-
teller and makes you feel like you are actually there.
Beautiful, rich voice!”