History in the Musical
PLANNING FOR THE SHOW
The Hello Girls chronicles the story of America’s first women soldiers in this new musical inspired by history. These intrepid heroines served as bilingual telephone operators on the front lines, helping turn the tide of World War I. They then returned home to fight a decades-long battle for equality and recognition, paving the way for future generations. The Hello Girls was commissioned and premiered by NYC’s Prospect Theater Company to celebrate the centennial of these groundbreaking women.
Learn about References in the show
What is a Doughboy?
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Who was Joan of Arc?
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Current Legislation
In 2017, legislation was introduced to award the Hello Girls with the Congressional Gold Medal. There are bills in both the House and the Senate, but they have remained in committee.
Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) is a co-sponsor. Click on the links for the bill to see if other representatives or senators support the bill. |
Take learning home
Lesson Plan Ideas
PropagandaPropaganda played a large role in both World War 1 and the Women's Suffrage Movement. Students in 6th-8th grade can join the propaganda art contest.
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