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


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Performer	Program	Category	Description	Fee
TheatreworksUSA, -	THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE	Literature- Other, Performing Arts- Theater	This enchanting musical is based on C.S. Lewis' adventure story about four children of war-torn England, who accidentally enter the land of Narnia by climbing through a magic wardrobe. This strange and wondrous place is ruled by the cold-hearted White Witch, who makes the winter last year round. Although they seem unlikely saviors, the children fulfill an ancient prophecy by defeating the witch, thus restoring sunshine and peace to the spell-bound Narnia and returning the great Lion King Aslan to his throne.	$1001- $3000
Encore Performing Arts, Inc.	ROSA'S RIDE: the life of Rosa Parks	History, Multicultural- Other, Performing Arts- Theater	ROSA’S RIDE: THE ROSA PARKS STORY is presented by four professional actor/singer/dancers, with inventive staging, and an inspiring score by Jonathan Luks—using jazz, blues and gospel styles. We follow the struggles of a young girl through the indignities of prejudice to discover her strength of conviction, as a simple act of civil disobedience gives birth to the civil rights movement. An intriguing backdrop which evolves from black and white to an intricate mosaic enables us to take “Rosa’s Ride” to a new dawn, and creates a powerful theatrical experience for young audiences.	$1001- $3000
Connolly, Carol	World Passport: A Musical Journey Around the World	Multicultural- Other, Music, Performing Arts- Storytelling	Hola! Bonjour! Konnichiwa! Grab your boarding passes and travel around the world with the award-winning musical storytelling duo, Tales ‘n Tunes. This sing-along, clap-along, highly interactive program will take us to many countries. Through folk tales and multicultural songs from around the globe, young readers will explore our cultural diversity while celebrating the common bonds we share with our neighbors throughout the world. It’s an exciting, lively and fun musical story event that encourages kids and their families to participate both from their seats and on stage. Before we say “Adios!” “Au Revoir!” and “Ciao!” they’ll want to learn more, at the library, about this world of ours. Fasten your seat belts!	$201- $350
Rivest, Robert	Literacy Alive! Lets Celebrate Reading!	Literature- Authors, Performing Arts- Mime, Performing Arts- Storytelling	Literacy Alive is a quick moving fun-filled enrichment program that gets students of all ages excited about reading. Robert Rivest reveals the 'hidden treasures' of reading and comically illustrates and the joys of reading everyday. Robert's mastery of mime, theater and improvisation quickly engages children, offering crystal clear examples of: Plot, Character, Setting, Problem, Solution, Beginning, Middle, End, Comedy, and Drama. A fun way to learn!	$351- $500
Shepard, Mark	The Drum of The Elephant King	Multicultural- Other, Music, Performing Arts- Storytelling	The Drum of the Elephant King is an interactive, magical, musical, multicultural teaching tale from Haiti. It combines AFrican and European story forms. Celebrate the complex and compelling culture of the Caribbean! Feature over 100 cool sound effects instruments played by the audience!	$501- $1000
McIntosh, Story Laurie	Dig In with Story Laurie	Music, Nature- Gardening, Performing Arts- Storytelling	The time is ripe to book a performer whose work is so genuinely ALL about "Digging In"! For years, Story Laurie's repertoire has reflected her twin passions for both community gardening AND reading. For 2013, you can rest assured that Story Laurie's Summer Reading Program offerings will serve up a cornucopia of fresh & delicious songs and stories -- as well as a few classics -- all magically woven together into a wonderful concert that is just right for kids of all ages. Gardens, book worms, and kid community heroes will all meet up in this program featuring some of the songs from Story Laurie's highly-acclaimed "Groovin' in the Garden" CD -- from which you can download free tracks to whet your appetite at www.storylaurie.com.	$201- $350
Storytellers, The Genesee	Dare To Dream	Performing Arts- Storytelling	Folktales are filled with heroes and heroines who face seemingly insurmountable odds. Listen as the Genesee Storytellers take you on adventures from around the world.	$101- $200
Newborn, Ph.D., Jud	SPEAKING TRUTH TO POWER: SOPHIE SCHOLL AND THE WHITE ROSE ANTI-NAZI RESISTANCE - Role Models in the Fight for Freedom Today (Multimedia) (Holocaust, Jewish, Christian, History)	History, Multicultural- Other, Performing Arts- Storytelling	SPEAKING TRUTH TO POWER: SOPHIE SCHOLL AND THE WHITE ROSE - ROLE MODELS IN THE FIGHT FOR FREEDOM TODAY is based on Dr. Newborn's new book, SOPHIE SCHOLL AND THE WHITE ROSE, which tells the entire story behind the Oscar-nominated German film, Sophie Scholl: The Final Days. Using music, historical images and dramatic story telling, Dr. Newborn recounts the inspiring story of courageous German Christian university students, some former Hitler Youth fanatics, who transformed remarkably to become the greatest heroes of the German anti-Nazi resistance. Dr. Newborn conveys the importance of the White Rose as role models--while presenting a multicultural array of special people he calls White Rosers today who risk themselves in the fight for freedom and our shared humanity. The ultimate message, whether for audience of all ages: be UPstanders, not BYstanders!	$501- $1000
Mitch Weiss, Martha Hamilton	Stories of Wonder and Humor from around the World	Literature- Authors, Multicultural- Other, Performing Arts- Storytelling	Mitch Weiss and Martha Hamilton are seasoned presenters who have been winning audiences and critical acclaim throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia since 1980. Renowned for their dynamic presentations of world tales and their work in teaching storytelling, they are available for performances, workshops, and extended residencies. Their twenty-one books and recordings have won numerous awards including Parents’ Choice, National Parenting Publications Awards, Irma Simonton Black and James H. Black Award for Excellence in Children's Literature (from Bank Street College of Education), and the Anne Izard Storytellers’ Choice Award. A typical comment after a school visit is: 'Beauty & Beast Storytellers have so much talent wrapped in one package! They are authors, dramatists and educators bursting with energy and enthusiasm. Their books delight all audiences and when they talk their books, it's an unforgettable performance.' Mitch and Martha will get children of all ages excited about reading and inspire them to tell tales in an engaging manner and to write their own stories. Their story collections and picture books appeal to a wide range of ages. Check out their terrific Web site which reflects the quality of their programs and the breadth and depth of their experience.	$501- $1000
Beaugard, Carol	The Christmas Carol Trio	Multicultural- Other, Music, Performing Arts- Other	A wonderful holiday celebration: The Christmas Carol Trio performs 17th and 18th century carols from England, Ireland, , Scotland, France, Germany and America (sung in English, French, Scottish and German), with narrative explaining the origins of the holiday's traditions and decor. We can perform as a duet, trio, quartet or quintet, based on your needs and budget. Instrumentation includes vocals, guitar and mandolin, with the option to additionally book fiddle, bass, penny whistle or bodhran. Dress is formal attire.	$201- $350

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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.