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


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Performer	Program	Category	Description	Fee
Shepard, Mark	DrumSongStory	Multicultural- Other, Music, Performing Arts- Storytelling	DrumSongStory is an eclectic, ever changing, shape shifting, globe circling, archetype exploring, community building boundary breaking, mind/heart/ear opening celebratory combination of Drums, Songs and Stories. DrumSongStory is appropriate for all ages and can be tailored to serve a wide range of themes and topics. They are multicultural, multidisciplinary and support the multiple intelligences. Each performance is customized depending on audience age, theme, time of year or other variables. Ideal for mixed audiences of children and adults.	$501- $1000
Encore Performing Arts, Inc.	THE COURAGE TO DREAM: the life of Ben Franklin	History, Performing Arts- Theater	THE COURAGE TO DREAM: THE LIFE OF BEN FRANKLIN brings the charm, wit, and wisdom of this famous statesman to life. Two actors use musical styles of the 1700’s, period costumes, and some of Franklin’s own words to create an entertaining and inspirational production which delves into the inquisitive spirit that powered his dreams into reality. FLYING SHIP PRODUCTIONS presents elaborate musical theatre performances, with inventive staging, dynamic choreography, creative costumes and magnificent scenery. All shows feature Broadway-caliber actor/singer/dancers, humorous scripts and original songs by Jonathan Luks.	$501- $1000
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
Cain, Ron	A Magical Museum Show	Performing Arts- Magic, Performing Arts- Theater, Visual Arts- Other	What do you get when you mix the art of magic with the magic of art? Ron Cain’s Magical Museum Show, highlighting the 2009 summer reading program theme Be Creative @ Your Library. Appearing as a magical artist, Ron promotes reading while taking children on a tour of his Magical Museum--where the sole price of admission is your imagination. Illusions illustrate pop art, goofy gadgets, incredible inventions, and a puzzling portrait of Mona Lisa. A Syracuse University graduate and former teacher, Ron has more than 16 years of experience performing at schools, libraries, companies and festivals throughout New York. He also has appeared on television’s Pappyland and Saturday Showboat. His magic shows with educational messages include Professor GreenPockets' Performing Bug Show, The Magic of Being Green, Tune In To Magical Idol, Magic of America, Wandering Wizard Show, Case of the Missing Bunny, Captain HurriCain’s Seaside Magic Show, Discover Millennium Magic Show and Holiday Hocus Pocus.	$201- $350
Chenkin, Randi	The Randirobics Health and Fitness Show	Health & Fitness- Sports, Performing Arts- Theater, Performing Arts- Dance	The Randirobics Show is an interactive space age fitness program, which encourages health and well being. This exciting and energetic show features kids sing-along aerobics, fitness games, original music and lots of out of this world fun! The program helps kids to gain a new sense of body awareness and confidence while at the same time developing social interaction skills. Randi also offers programs for those children with special needs . The MISSION of Randirobics is to lead kids into a healthy lifestyle around the globe. Please visit with her at www.Randirobics.com	$501- $1000
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
Geoffrey, Eric	The High Peaks Juggling Show	Life Skills- Other, Performing Arts- Juggling, Performing Arts- Clowning	The High Peaks Juggling Show is a highly interactive comedy juggling performance with emphasis on learning from our mistakes, team-work & cooperation, confidence building, and learning as play. It utilizes traditions from numerous cultures that highlight juggling as a historical heritage. And because the show is participatory, audience members are left with a feeling that juggling is something they can do too.	$351- $500
Revels-Bey, Napoleon	Rhythm Kings Dizzy-Morocco-Cha-Cha	Multicultural- Other, Music, Performing Arts- Storytelling	Please visit our website:www.revels-bey.com Rhythm Kings Ensemble Afro-Cuban & American Jazz Ideal for Moorish America, Hispanic, African, Jazz or American Music Month The award winning rhythmic elements of music as they are demonstrated through the different styles from Africa, North and South America and Europe. Choose from Latin, African, or Caribbean programs. The Latin program is based on Afro-Cuba music and the styles of meringue and cha-cha, South American homemade instruments, and paper bags. The Caribbean program features the steel pan and is inspired by music from the islands like calypso, reggae and limbo. Grades: K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 Audience: unlimited NYS Standard(s): SS Arts Standard(s): 1, 2, 3, 4 Curriculum: Global Studies, Multicultural Studies, US History, Character Education Art Form(s): Music, Dance, Social Studies Length: 45 minutes	$1001- $3000
DuBois, Betsy	Sticks & Stones	Life Skills- Other, Music, Performing Arts- Theater	Sticks and Stones -an anti-bulling musical Children bullying other children. It happens at school, in the neighborhood and on the internet. Whether face to face or in cyberspace, the effect can be harmful, even deadly. This original one woman performance By Lyle Cogen and commissioned by Tilles Center For The Performing Arts, is partially based on real experiences of Long Island middle school students to depict vital social issues. This piece will encourage children to proactively deal with bullying and to become more tolerant and inclusive of others.	$1001- $3000
Friedhoffer, Bob	MAGIC TRICKS - SCIENCE FACTS	Literature- Authors, Performing Arts- Magic, Science	LIBRARY PROGRAMS There are a number of programs available for libraries based upon Friedhoffer's books and academic work. All of the programs listed have been successfully presented at libraries across the United States. He can appear at you library as an author, a scientist, a magician, and/or a teacher. Available programs: Magic Tricks - Science Facts a/k/a The Scientific Magic Show Boomerangs - How to Make and Throw Them A History of Scientific Recreations Science Fair Workshops for Parents and Students Magic Shows for Children Magic Shows for Young Adults The Deception of Perception - How One's Senses Can Be And Are Manipulated Einstein and the Quantum World - Analogs of Relativistic and Quantum Science to Understanding of The Very Large and the Very Small	$501- $1000

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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.