Capital District Region: New York State Performers, Programmers & Related Resources for Public Libraries & Groups


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Performer	Program	Category	Description	Fee
Encore Performing Arts, Inc.	THE MYTHMAKERS (Richard Stillmand & Gerald Fierst)	Multicultural- Other, Music, Performing Arts- Storytelling	Richard Stillman and Gerald Fierst are THE MYTHMAKERS, who act out as well as narrate stories from around the world, accompanied by authentic musical instruments from each culture. Programs can focus on various themes, including ANTIQUE MUSIC/ ANCIENT TALES, (stories and music from around the world) RENAISSANCE/ MEDIEVAL MONSTERS AND MINSTRESL, JEWISH FOLKTALES WITH KLEZMER MUSIC, TALL TALES/ AMERICAN FOLK MUSIC, and HOLIDAY TALES AND MUSIC AROUND THE WORLD. The show is full of audience participation and climaxes as the whole audience helps in creating an improvised story, which uses the models of the past to create a contemporary myth.	$501- $1000
Haynes, Jeff	Warm Hands Warm Hearts	Life Skills- Other, Multicultural- Other, Music	Teens are invited to experience hands-on drumming circle workshops with professional percussionist, Jeff Haynes. Students will gather for 2 workshops to receive instruction on developing rhythmic patterns, playing within a group, and exploring various sounds and tones on the drum. Then on the third meeting the students will share their learning experience through hands-on drumming with senior citizens in a special interactive performance in the library. Teens will gain an understanding of how they can contribute to the community through the arts. This exchange will not only bridge the generation gap but will also offer the teens and seniors an opportunity to enjoy the freedom of expressing their inner rhythms by “warming their hands” while “warming their hearts.”	$1001- $3000
Newborn, Ph.D., Jud	LIONS OF JUDAH: THE COMPLETE, UNSUNG STORY OF JEWISH ANTI-NAZI RESISTANCE (Holocaust, Jewish, Christian, History)	History, Multicultural- Other, Performing Arts- Storytelling	Dr. Newborn sets the dramatic and still barely known story of Jewish anti-Nazi resistance in an eye-opening framework, providing accounts of Jewish heroism that will surprise and inspire--while fundamentally changing our assumptions about how Jews responded to Nazi terror. LIONS OF JUDAH teaches audiences of all backgrounds, Christian, Jewish and other, the true meaning of courage, as we face the danger of fanaticism, bigotry and anti-democratic forces today.	$501- $1000
Edgecomb, Diane	Tales of the Supernatural	Literature- Other, Multicultural- Other, Performing Arts- Storytelling	Tales of the Supernatural For adults, not appropriate for ages 11 and under. Just in time for Halloween, Diane presents an unusual collection of eerie tales and songs. Definitely not for kids, this evening event features a true ghost story Edgecomb collected about the misshapen standing stones of Avebury, England and the eerie force that emanates from them. The performance has a decidedly Celtic slant exploring the Gaelic traditions that influence Halloween including the humorous encounter with the devil that brought about the first Jack O’Lantern	$501- $1000
Beaugard, Carol	Bluegrass Jamboree	History, Multicultural- Other, Music	Carol Beaugard & Blue Express - for any time of the year - we perform a variety of songs in the world of bluegrass and country music. It's a wonderful overview of this true American art form that was born in the Appalachian Mountains but derives its roots from a blend of American blues and string music along with a powerful heritage from Ireland and Scotland. Program includes a narrative explaining the origins of bluegrass and information on the instruments used in the music.	$501- $1000
Chang, Norma	KIDS OR FAMILY -- TANGRAM, The 7 Magic Shapes	Multicultural- Other, Performing Arts- Storytelling, Visual Arts- Crafts	AGES 7 & UP, MIXED AGES. PARENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE -- Tangram, an ancient Chinese puzzle known also as the wisdom puzzle and 7 pieces of cleverness is a square cut into 7 geometric shapes or tans which can be re-arranged to form other shapes. Aided by various display boards, participants will fit together the 7 magic shapes to form various objects including animals, people and everyday items. EACH PARTICIPANT will be given a set of tangram to work with during the program. EACH PARTICIPANT will receive a tangram and illustration sheet to take home. Tangram is a classic puzzle that appeals to all; the young and old, the serious and carefree. Children, with their natural curiosity and abundant creativity can have fun arranging the 7 tans into an incredible number of objects while developing spatial pattern recognition and coordination skills.	$201- $350
Van Egmond, Timothy	Shivers N' Shudders for Halloween	Multicultural- Other, Music, Performing Arts- Storytelling	Spell-binding tales and songs of the supernatural ranging from the spine-tingling to the rib-tickling, from various cultures and countries around the world. These are accompanied with spirit flute, guitar, conga drum, and a skeleton limberjack (a wooden puppet that taps out a rhythm dancing on a paddleboard). Perfect for Halloween! Different versions can be tailored for different age groups. Tim is a triple treat! He can sing, play a variety of instruments,and tell whopping good tales! – Jane Yolen, renowned Author & Storyteller	$351- $500
Julty, Dagen	"Music Around The World"	Multicultural- Other, Music	A entertaining and educational program introducing instruments, dances, songs and customs from cultures around the world. Many instruments to be heard and passed around. Group dances and participatory songs. All in Happy Dan's friendly, upbeat and humorous style.	$201- $350
Graham, Michael	The Lazy Fox / The Wolf in Sheep's Clothing	Multicultural- Other, Performing Arts- Puppetry	THE LAZY FOX/EL ZORRO PEREZOSO Can a very lazy Fox trick an Armadillo? Perhaps...but in this Spring Valley Puppet Theater production of the Argentine folktale, The Lazy Fox, the Armadillo has a few tricks up HIS sleeve! This program features enchanting hand puppet animals and a large rod puppet Sun. This production is also available in a bilingual version: El Zorro Perezoso. THE WOLF IN SHEEP'S CLOTHING A hungry Wolf tries to outwit the savvy Shepherd and make a meal of the helpless, little Lamb. Helpless? Maybe not! Adapted from the Aesop Fable, this popular story is enlivened with a colorful Mexican setting, a humorous communication gap and a surprise ending!	$351- $500
Raabe, Kim Privler	Earth Songs	Multicultural- Other, Music, Performing Arts- Storytelling	Another Summer Reading Program show that was too good not to keep as a year-round show. Earth Songs was originally designed to blend and enhance Summer Reading Program’s One World - Many Stories 2011 theme. Mama Pajama and friends will captivate young audiences as they explore songs and stories from our country and lands from every continent of the globe. Kids will discover culture, diversity and traditions leaving them smiling and wanting more! The songs and book selections in this jam-packed show are wonderful visual aids that help to give a glimpse into our world’s uniqueness and similarities and celebrate the vast culture, diversity, and traditions that our world has to offer. Humanity is brought to the forefront and positive messages about how music, reading, and imagination will offer endless possibilities for their very own explorations.	$351- $500

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* Inclusion in this database does not indicate endorsement of any performer or program by the NYS Education Department, the Office of Cultural Education, the NYS Library or the participating library systems, nor does it eliminate the need for reference checks and appropriate standard screening procedures.