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MoShows.com
presents...
A unique international "edutainer" whose
programs are as educational
as they are entertaining....
 
Kijana Wiseman, M.Ed.
 
Photo: St. Mary Photography
 
 
Kijana lived in Liberia, West Africa for six years. She originally went to Liberia as a Peace CorpsTeacher Coprs Volunteer working on her master's degree thesis. She liked it and stayed for 6 years--four additional years after her tour was finished.
 
 

  

"...She's a canvas that she
paints people on."

-Ft. Worth Star Telegram

 While in Liberia, Kijana performed for heads of state, hosted television talk & entertainment shows and specials on ELBC-TV, where she did everything from hosting The Temptations, Mariam Makebe and Hugh Masakela, to interviewing the infamus Idi Amin. She was also assistant principal of the National Liberian Cultural Center School and multi-level drama instructor at the American Cooperative School.

 

 

 

 

  

 Returning to America, Kijana performed with the WABC Workshop chorus, then for five years as a 1st soprano with the Houston Symphony Chorus. After a classical European tour, she sang oratorio with the Houston Masterworks Chorus.

"You really tripped me out!...
I would choose you over rap music"
-Jasmin G., Age 8, Chicago, IL

Often referred to as "The Griot" after her program of the same name, Kijana's uniquely different approach to audiences have elicited reviews of "outstanding" and "exceptional" at quality facilities nationwide.


Kijana's Online Demo Videos...
Average 3-5 minutes each. You need Quicktime to see these videos. CLICK HERE for a free download for any computer!

 

 THE GRIOT

Kijana performing her award-winning program
in different venues

 Kijana in Concert

Romantic originals at
Ovations with Janie Frazier.

AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL

Kijana sings after 9/11
for Houston City Council at the Wortham Center

  RELAX, BREATHE,
I LOVE YOU

Kijana singing her wedding song while walking down the aisle.
 
 
Kijana's Program Offerings...
Kijana has created excitement at hundreds of schools, churches, festivals, museums, corporations and colleges.
Her programs can be custom-tailored to address your theme, outreach/diversity concerns or other needs....
And anything she does is guaranteed to be appropriately customized to the age, mores
and lifestyle preferences of the audiences and communities she serves.
Fees for children / teens / seniors are $400-$1200.
Adult program fees range from $600-$1800.
Download a Blank Booking Contract.
Open Kijana's online shopping cart.

 
   GEMINI LOVE SONGS
Songs stories that examine both sides of love

The program includes commentary on relationships, plus the music of Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Nancy Wilson, Barbara Streisand, Norah Jones, Whitney Houston, plus popular showtunes, jazz, blues and the classics. Also includes original romantic compositions by Kijana, Janie Frazier and others. Perfect for banquets, country clubs, Women's Month & special events, etc  Playlist...
     

   THE GRIOT
Adaptable Audience Adventures!

Kijana, as The Griot, takes your audience on a time trip back to the dawn of existence while portraying many different types of women in history: an African maiden, slave, gospel choir director, preacher, toddler, jazz, vaudeville rock and even opera singer-- celebrating our common ancestrial musical heritage. THEME VARIATIONS: The Kwanzaa Griot, The Children's Griot & The Women's Griot  More info | The Griot Program | Comments | Posters & Flyers | Reviews & Articles
     

 

 

WE GATHER TOGETHER
Songs for sacred occasions

Kijana employs her bell-like soprano and 3.5 octave range to celebrate and praise God. Songs include familiar spirituals, gospel, and contemporary Christian music. Selections also include carefully selected secular songs with positive themes (example: "You'll Never Walk Alone," "God Bless the Chile," "Evergreen," Save the Best for Last," etc. Her solo work is perfect for church programs, weddings, funerals, etc. Her full concert makes a great fundraiser!  Playlist...
     

 

SOUNDS OF THE SEASON
Kijana loves holidays... and it shows!

Great for parties & holiday events!

She has a huge inventory of joyous songs and loves taking requests for the music of this most wonderful time of the year...Thanksgiving, Christmas, Kwanzaa and the New Year. Songs are chosen based on the needs of the program coordinators. Programs customized for the tastes of adults parties--and programming specifically for children-- are available. Kwanzaa programming shares song learned in Africa that compliment her storiesand explains the concepts of the Nguzu Saba to students and participants. Lots of audience participation!  Playlist...

Workshops, Lectures,
Creative Dramatics & Plays...

  Rebate-A-Date
Dating 101 for the 21st Century		   A candid workshop on dating survival. Proven techniques to help students avoid date rape, awkward goodbyes, HIV-AIDS, "Homer" and the "Hoochies." Includes audience participation with interaction, dramatic improv, Q & A and open discussion.
       
What R U Doing About
Th' Rest of Yr' Life?
A Motivational Workshop.		   Wiseman uses dramatic interp, discussion, role-playing, Q&A and customized worksheets to imbue a sense of self-determination ...encouraging participants to take control of their lives.Customized to suit students in various stages of life: elementary ages 10-13, teens, college, adults & seniors.
       

The Special Something
& Other Motivational Stories for Children

 

  A special elementary-age classroom session of dramatic storytelling and theatre. Kijana taught drama in elementary, middle and high school and has written numerous plays and stories that encourage students to reach inside themselves to find the best person they can be. Works includes The Special Something (available as an audiobook and a blog) and other stories that teach a sense of self worth.
       

The Millennium Game
& Other Plays for Teenagers

 

 

  Short one-act plays written specifically for teenagers: The Millennium Game; Getting Over the Hill; Ernie Black; Cognocenti; Skin Deep; The Thom & Geri Show; Leaders and Dreamers; Make My Day; and others. Kijana's plays have been used in annual 5 state regional teen competitions and have won 11 consecutive First Place Awards during a 12 year run. Ms. Wiseman has experience as a director and producer of plays (she used to direct 9 plays a year for ELBC-TV) and is available to work as a director --on a contract basis--with your students. Call for details, copies of scripts and fees.
       
  Performance Marketing
For Actors, Musicians, Poets, Radio/TV and other Presentational Professionals		   A no-nonsense session on tools that are available to the modern presentational professional. Includes information on the use of traditional media, the pros and cons of booking agencies, contracts, different kinds and uses of laptops, iPods, mp3 players, DVDs, websites, promotional materials, and a special section on message boards, blogs and podcasts. Also features discounted services offered by The Wiseman Company.
       
 

The Digital Office
Digital techniques for Entrepreneurs
from the "Digital Diva"

 

 

  Kijana is often called "The Digital Diva" for her practical grasp and application of "new media" technology. This website and the services at www.WisemanCompany.com, www.MoShows.com and www.ShowcaseDemo.com etc, are prime examples of her work. At Kijana's office most procedures are performed in a digital format--with heavy use of the internet. In this 2-4 hour workshop, she shares hands-on organizational techniques, information on low-cost or free helper websites, suggests useful programs and answers participant questions.The Wiseman Company, Kijana's advertising, marketing and creative production firm, has been in business for over 25 years. Call for a quote based on need and venue.

 


CDs for Sale...
Only $15 each Includes USA shipping and handling. Sales tax is additional for Texas residents


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   Gemini Love Songs...SONGS FROM BOTH SIDES OF LOVE
Live recordings of Kijana, in different venues, singing her favorite Jazz, Vaudeville, Showtunes, Oldies, Classic, sad, naughty, happy, make you smile, make you sigh kind of songs. This CD offers familiar songs as well as originals by Kijana, including "Believe Me," "Put Your Feet Up!," "Let's Just Wait a While," "Relax, Breathe, I Love You," and her burlesque honeymoon song, "Come n Get It Baby!" Video Demos: Live Performance Excerpts | Relax, Breathe, I Love You
     

 

 


  
The Special Something ...An Audiobook by Kijana Wiseman, M.Ed.
Boima and Bendu, a set of Liberian twins, have worked all rainy season on the rice farm saving their money to go to Monrovia, to buy "Something special, something different-a special something!" After many hours, they finally make their purchase--only to discover later that they already posess a special-something that money can't buy..
Sample the first few chapters: Chapter 2 | Chapter 3
Read the story with Kijana at Kijana's Special Something Blog.
     
 

 A LIVE RECORDING OF KIJANA'S UNUSUAL AUDIENCE ADVENTURE.
A live audio recording of Kijana performing her award-winning Griot presentation. This CD reflects 1 hour of the music from the 90 minute program. You will have to book the show to see the slides or hear many of the stories attached to the songs.

SeeThe Griot demovideo here. |
Audio Demos: GoDownMoses | "Can't Help Loving That Man of Mine"

 
 
Purchase CDs, plays and other items:

 
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CALL US at 713 521-0900 or 1-800-546-0540 for demo or more information or email us at info@moshows.com.
Check out our other fine edutainment artists at...The MoShows Artist Directory

   Photo Credit:
Most of the photos on this site, except where noted,
are from the creative cameras of...

 
Donnee C Hill

  
and the late Jeffrey St.Mary