Renaissance Woman - Mary Ann Jung

You have probably seen this award-winning actress and director, but not in modern clothing! Mary Ann has deftly combined her degree in British History and acting ability to recreate history's most fascinating women. She has appeared on CNN, Good Morning America, and CBS Good Morning, and in Newspapers around the world. In 2002, her Clara Barton show won honors as the Top Solo Theatrical at ArtScape. She is also the History Chairperson and Shakespearean Language instructor at the Maryland Renaissance Festival, Where she has performed for over twenty-five years. In addition to her show subjects, Mary Ann has played Amelia Earhart, Lucille Ball, Mary Todd Lincoln, and even Carmen Miranda.

Ms. Jung researches and writes her own programs and also performs in the authentic costumes, accents, and attitudes of her characters' eras. She has presented at corporate events, museums, libraries, and schools in the Mid-Atlantic region for sixteen years. Her unique and lively shows have been featured at the National Theater of Washington, Port Discovery Children's Museum, the National Museum of Medicine, and the Folger Shakespeare Library. Her entertaining portraits of famous ladies and their times encourage a love of history, drama, and literature in young and old alike!

Good Queen Bess

If playing football's a crime and roasted peacock's for supper, it can only mean one thing - Elizabeth Tudor is regaling her subjects with tales of like in the Renaissance England! Queen Elizabeth I constantly astonishes the audience as she vividly describes the food, clothes, and pastimes of her realm. Don't worry about offending Her Majesty. She even teaches proper manners and the most popular new dance, the galliard!

Rosalie of Riversdale

Maryland is being INVADED! Rosalie Calvert of Riversdale Plantation takes you on a breathless journey through the Battle of Bladensburg, the burning of Washington, and the creation of the "Star Spangled Banner." Relive the drama of life during the War of 1812 by choosing sides: British vs. Americans. Explore the fascinating day-to-day details of running a plantation in Maryland. And which lucky guests will be chosen to play the President or Dolley Madison?

Margaret Brent of Maryland

If you don't know who this lady is, you should! Margaret Brent, the first woman in America to ask for the right to vote, was outspoken and educated - something women were not supposed to be in the seventeenth-century! Meet this amazing colonist who was the first female landowner in Maryland, as well as the first woman lawyer. Mistress Brent's lively account of her adventures in the wilderness is fleshed out by audience members who play Governor Leonard Calvert, the Piscataway Indians, and their chief. Will the settlers and the Native Americans become friends or enemies? Only Margaret Brent can tell!

Clara Barton - Red Cross Angel

There are few better role models than this heroine of the Civil War who risked her life to save others. Clara Barton overcame both personal obstacles and society's narrow view of women's roles to pursue her heart's work, battlefield nursing. Audience members journey back to the Civil War by portraying Yankee's and Rebels, nay-Sayers and believers. Discover why Americans went to war and what that meant on a personal level. Finally, learn how she founded the Red Cross in American and still inspires individuals to "Never Give UP!"

Amelia Earhart: Dreams take Flight

Amelia Earhart, born in Atchison Kansas on July 24, 1897, was much more than just a courageous aviatrix. She was also a photographer, truck driver, avid student and teacher, volunteer nurse, social worker, and even a clothes designer! Whatever she did, she did with passion, commitment and a relaxed sense of humor that endeared her to the American public. Follow her amazing career in this energetic recounting of her life and achievements. Meet the fascinating personalities who were part of her journey, including Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt.

Discover what the dangers were in the fledgling field of early twentieth century flying and re-live the last days before her dramatic disappearance. This show is a soaring tribute to the spirited heroine of both aviation and women’s rights.

JULIA CHILD - QUEEN OF CUISINE

The show "Julia Child - Queen of Cuisine" pays tribute to the incredible energy, passion, and sense of playfulness with which she approached her greatest loves: her husband and her cooking. The program highlights Julia's early search to find her life's calling. It provides fascinating insight into her struggles at Le Cordon Bleu, to develop and publish "Mastering the Art of French Cooking", and finally to create the groundbreaking "French Chef" television show. Using audience members to portray Julia's beloved husband Paul and her co-authors Simca and Louisette, it's a lively recipe for fun!

Elizabeth Cady Stanton: "Cyrano of the Suffragettes"

This champion of the Women's Rights Movement stood out because Elizabeth Cady Stanton had several things many of the others lacked - a husband, seven children, tremendous writing ability and a wicked sense of humor. What other suffragist had a husband and large family but still fought for women's rights?

Stanton worked in close partnership with Susan B. Anthony - with Stanton writing Anthony's orations! While Stanton is best known for her long contribution to the womansuffrage struggle, she was also active and effective in winning property rights for married women, equal guardianship of children, and liberalized divorce laws so that women could leave abusive marriages which harmed the wife, the children, and the economic health of the family.

Pee Wee Pirate Show - Pirate Queen Captain Jean

Avast ye slug-a-beds!

Wake up and join your captain, yes WOMAN Captain Jean as she teaches about sailing on a ship. Pirates? Not only pirates are discussed in this fast-moving and exciting show, but ye will learn about all types of sailing information - ships, 16th century history, even how to climb the rigging. However, Captain Jean isn't really a pirate: she's the daughter of famous explorer John Cabot -- so instead of capturing her audience, she chooses to teach them instead!

Mary Ann Jung as Captain Jean brings two audience volunteers This adventure encourages the audience to learn words from across the world, small bits of information from many cultures -- details that only a 'pirate queen' (woman sailing adventurer and explorer) can bring to little 'sailors'.

An interactive show for all ages - kids are swept out of their seats as they are asked to pantamime hoisting the rigging, swabbing the decks, throwing out fishing nets, and even looking for land. A chance to clap, move, shout and have fun - like all sailors and pirates want to do!

Perfect for all types of events: stage presentations, waterfront festivals, sailing festivals, and of course pirate festivals and parties!

Serves: Maryland, Virginia, and Washington DC. Will travel Nationwide!

Rates:

Strolling Rate: $260 for the first hour and $160 for each additional hour.
15 Minute Appearance: $140
Show Rate: $550 for one show, rate is lower for multiple shows!

Email us to book Renaissance Woman Mary Ann Jung today! Include your phone number, the date, time, and specific location of your event. You can also call us at 800-92-FUNNY (800-923-8669).

Prices subject to change. Holiday rates may be higher.