On a set designed to look like a fancy hotel living room in the 1950s, a woman in a red dress and a man in a three-piece suit sit on a sofa. Four others stand around them.
The cast of the Ford’s Theatre production of Garson Kanin’s Born Yesterday, directed by Aaron Posner. Photo by Carol Rosegg.

Born Yesterday Teaching Resources

Our production resources for Born Yesterday incorporate ELA and Social Studies curricula, and adhere to Common Core standards. We offer pre-show materials and interactive post-show activities. Print out copies of our resources to share on the bus ride home from the show. Afterwards, engage in a grade-appropriate lesson plan or guided discussion to help students reflect upon their experience.

Classroom Resources

Use these classroom resources to enhance your student’s experience.