"Whether you are looking for school programming, public speaking, special event entertainment, or that special element to add to your gathering - Debra and I are dedicated to enlightening and satisfying everyone's Presidential experience with the Lincolns.
Our performances have taken us to Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, New Salem Historic Site, Hoover Presidential Library, Gerald Ford Museum, Harold Washington Library, Chicago’s Department of Tourism, Indiana, Minnesota, Virginia, Florida, and Chicago Historical Societies, and many more locations.
We take great pride in scheduling 'Meeting the Lincolns' in schools throughout the Midwest and U.S. with presentations suitable for grades K-12.  Please read below and watch WGN Cover Story video for an overview. We look forward to visting your school or organization soon." Michael Krebs

The BBC recently recorded our
school assembly presentation in Palatine, IL
for an upcoming 2011 program.
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Lincoln impersonator Michael Krebs
Education Program
Lincoln impersonators Debra Ann Miller and Michael Krebs
 
Meeting the Lincolns
a play
School Assembly

Invite Mr. and Mrs. Lincoln to visit your organization or school. The couple delights the audience with stories about the people and events that influenced their lives. Through engaging conversation they speak about their youth, education, the struggles of the Civil War, and their personal lives in Springfield and Washington D.C.  By the end of the program, the audience will know more about the personal Mr. Lincoln, as well as, the professional politician and the issues that troubled the nation in his time. The audience will have an opportunity to ask questions, so encourage them to come prepared with thoughtful questions.  
This program is our education program and is suitable for grades 3 and up.

(30 minute running time) Question & Answer follows.
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President and Mrs. Lincoln visit classes full of good lessons for their young friends. The First Couple can quickly share a delightful time with the children of elementary grade levels K-2. The younger children can hear Lincoln's poetry, and stories from his own childhood, while Mrs. Lincoln educates them about their own family in Washington.
This program is offered for grades K-2 .
(15 minutes per classroom or may require mini-assemblies with Question & Answer)

Lincoln impersonators Debra Ann Miller and Michael Krebs


Comments

>"To put it succinctly, they were fabulous! Before they even arrived, Mr. Krebs worked closely with me to craft the most successful day. The reaction from the kids was awe mixed with laughter. Even with such a short amount of time, Michael and Debra were able to educate, entertain and thoughtfully answer all their questions."
PTO, Deer Path Elementary, Lake Forest, IL

"They have performed for our fourth grade students for 10 years in a row and we hope to have them back again next year.  They did a fantastic job of recreating history right in our auditorium. They taught the students so much and kept them absolutely captivated throughout the entire performance. Our students and staff gave us wonderful feedback; we highly recommend With Lincoln Productions."

V.P. Programs, Hunting Ridge, Palatine, IL
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Cover Storywith Steve Sanders

WGN 9 Evening News Cover Story. Actors Michael Krebs and Debra Ann Miller are highlighted for portraying Abraham and Mary Todd Lincoln in education programs for schools.
Segment produced by Pam Grimes
and presented by WGN anchor
Steve Sanders for WGN 9 Evening News
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theatrical venue
Visiting the Lincolns
Lincoln impersonators Debra Ann Miller and Michael Krebs

a 60 minute play by James Clark                                 Video Preview
A group of unexpected guests arrives at the Lincoln White House on the eve of the President's assassination and catches the First Family unawares. The Lincolns entertain as best they can with anecdotes and yarns. Though relieved that the Civil War is over, Mary is overcome with grief from the loss of two of her young sons. To comfort her, Abraham vows to continue the struggle for which so much was sacrificed. Witness the touching humor and deep love shared between this legendary couple. In the end, they both confront the losses in their own lives.
This program is recommended for indoor staged special events, college, banquet, and civic programming.
Suitable for all ages.




Abraham Lincoln solo
A speech with appropriate material for your event. Cameras at Meet-and-Greets add a special remembrance for your guests.
For more information please email us below.

This program is offered for lunches,
special speaking engagements, etc.

(Time determined depending on event)

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Lincoln impersonator Michael Krebs
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