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


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Performer	Program	Category	Description	Fee
Ekblom, Christopher	Tunes and Tales	Literature- Creative Writing, Performing Arts- Other, Performing Arts- Storytelling	A fun and entertaining program for all ages that combines humorous stories with original folk-style music. Chris’s unique performance is very animated and is sure to spark the imagination of children and adults alike. With a guitar in hand and a flat top hat, Chris captivates his listeners with finger picking melodies , colorful language , and funny story twists that include accents and vocal variety. This lively program is appropriate for all ages and can be customized to fit any age group or setting.	$201- $350
McKeon-Pierce, Lonna	Folk Tales Around the World	Literature- Other, Multicultural- Other, Performing Arts- Storytelling	Includes both humorous and thoughtful tales from around the globe, many of which are participatory. Storytelling workshops are also available. Children will learn to be more expressive with their voices in oral presentation.	$351- $500
Keeffe Schwartzman, Gigi	ARRRRRRR YOU READING?	Literature- Other, Music, Performing Arts- Storytelling	Perfect for SUMMER READING!!Sail the Seven Seas (and Five Oceans) in search of TITLES TO TREASURE. Inspire your young readers with stories and songs from our treasured classics and tour new found literary treasures! We'll walk the Piratical Plank and go FISHING FOR TITLES - a wonderful interactive game to be treasured by all.ARRRRR! We'll embark on a quest for treasure filled with clues and songs for you. Gigi® and Family and Friends lead the rollicking good time with a PLETHORA of PIRATES and Puppets and Plenty of Puns... Guaranteed to be sooo much fun. Multi-award winning singer and educator, Gigi® is from the highly acclaimed Gigi® and the Lend Me a Hand Band®.	$351- $500
Rogers, Robert	Stone Soup	Literature- Other, Performing Arts- Theater, Performing Arts- Puppetry	A musical play of the old folk tale which answers the question, "Is it possible to make a soup from just a stone?" This version concerns a soldier who comes upon a small village of very selfish people. When no one offers to give him something to eat, the soldier uses his wits to amaze them all with a pot of boiling water and, yes, just a stone. This is a story about friendship, trust and self-reliance - three issues that couldn't be more important in today's world.	$351- $500
Randall, Mike	Charles Dickens Presents: A Christmas Carol a solo performance starring Mike Randall	Literature- Authors, Performing Arts- Storytelling, Performing Arts- Literary Artists	In 1867, Charles Dickens visited America! He performed over 70 sold out performances in cites like Boston, New York, and Buffalo! The most popular story he shared on that visit may be the best loved holiday tale ever written: Christmas Carol. the greatest storyteller of all time returns to tell his greatest story. a talented actor and magnetic stage presence...when Randall loses himself in one of those Dickensian bouts of rich description, he’s at the top of his game. Buffalo News as Charles Dickens in A Christmas Carol- Randall hit the bullseye...Barbara Tucker Tonawanda News	$1001- $3000
Zalben, Jane	Writing and Illustrating Children's Books	Literature- Creative Writing, Literature- Authors, Performing Arts- Literary Artists	The writing and art process in the making of a children's picture book from a beginning idea to the final bound book. Support materials demonstrate the stages: press sheets, sew a book dummy, original art, paints, brushes, galleys, manuscripts with the editor's comments to show the re-writing process. I can also middle-grade and young adult novels besides doing art and writing for the elementary grade level. So i feel comfortable speaking to groups of all different ages.	$351- $500
McEntee, Robert	'Discover the Magic of Reading!'	Literature- Other, Performing Arts- Magic, Performing Arts- Theater	The ideal Reading Club Program! Parents truly appreciate how this unforgettable show motivates their children to love reading & visiting the library! Children love the engaging magic, age appropriate humor, storytelling, audience participation, mind reading and musical grand finale with amazing special effects. Appeals to all ages. The show can be more spectacular with added illusions such as floating a child in the air, sawing someone 'in half', making someone magically appear to introduce the show, adorable bunnies, or an incredible animated talking picture! Complete satisfaction guaranteed or program is FREE! All children receive colorful flyers which teach them how to do 6 tricks. Program is customized for various age groups or family audiences.	$351- $500
Rogers, Robert	Rainbow Fish in the Deep Blue Sea	Literature- Other, Performing Arts- Theater, Performing Arts- Puppetry	Inspired by the award winning books by Marcus Pfister, this is an original adventure that gives a new dimension to Rainbow Fish and all the other sea creatures, especially when they are brought to life as a cast of colorful marionettes. An innocent game of hide and seek draws Rainbow Fish into a stiff current that leads to a new and mysterious territory. The Strange-looking inhabitants, who at first seem threatening, turn out to make very good friends, and teach Rainbow Fish some valuable lessons.	$351- $500
Hartin-Gelardi, Lorraine	Long Ago When I Was Little….A Family Story Celebration	Life Skills- Parenting, Literature- Other, Performing Arts- Storytelling	Lorraine Hartin-Gelardi will share personal stories about her family and will talk about the importance of the role of “memory keepers” in families. Parents and children are encouraged to bring family memorabilia, photos, and mementoes. Children and parents will have time to share their stories.	$101- $200
Cobb, Vicki	Science and Arts Surprises	Literature- Authors, Multicultural- Other, Science	Vicki Cobb's SCIENCE SURPRISES is a highly entertaining fast paced, one woman show that is guaranteed to captivate kids and their teachers. She sets the stage with poetry and a short video of her trip to East Africa when she researched her book This Place is Wild. Then she answers the question, Why science, anyhow? by showing how our senses and experiences limit how much we can learn of the universe and that science is a way of getting past our limitations. Instead of showing the audience the world of science, Vicki invites the audience to discover the science in their world. Everyone in the audience experiences illusions and individuals participate in doing irresistible challenges from her best selling books Bet You Can! and Bet You Can't! Most importantly, Vicki's program gets kids excited and enthusiastic about science, reading and poetry and she gives teachers a list of suggestions for follow-up activities	$1001- $3000

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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.