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


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Performer	Program	Category	Description	Fee
Fultz, Dave	Problem Solving and Learning Through Juggling	Performing Arts- Juggling	This is a fun, informative and unique program that uses learning to juggle as an example of how to keep negative emotions from getting in the way of the learning process. Western New York juggler, Dave Fultz, discusses how negative emotions such as fear, confusion, and frustration can get in the way when you are trying to learn something that you may find difficult. A step-by-step incremental approach is introduced where each step has a clearly defined objective. Once you reach your goal for each step, you are prepared and confident that you can handle the next step. Kid's will learn the very best tried and true method of learning to juggle while they learn to learn. This is a humorous, entertaining and memorable approach to education that students may find helpful for many years to come.	$101- $200
Crocker, Keith	JEWISH INFLUENCES IN FILM	History, Media- Film, Performing Arts- Other	This program focuses on the influence of Jewish immigrants on the United States film culture during the Golden Age of Hollywood and, depending on the program picked by the participating sponsor, will focus on examples of actors (Kirk Douglas, Melvin Douglas), actresses (Lauren Bacall, Shelley Winters), directors (Billy Wilder, Otto Preminger) and producers (Samuel Goldwyn, Carl Laemmle). Program concludes with a showing of a 16mm condensation of the Marx Brothers Monkey Business (1931).	$101- $200
Puppetry, Prevention Through	Promoting Peace with the Friends from Sunshine Center	Life Skills- Other, Performing Arts- Storytelling, Performing Arts- Puppetry	Through creative story board stories, multi-cultural puppets, and follow-up activities children learn important skills for the prevention of violence. Topics include expressing feeling, making decisions, appreciation of diversity, dealing with bullying and teasing, anger management and more	$201- $350
Rowe, Elizabeth	Folktales from around the World	Multicultural- Other, Performing Arts- Storytelling	International folktales to delight, inspire, captivate and amuse the young and the young at heart. Ideal for family audiences. Includes participatory stories, fables, riddle stories, poems, moral tales and literature.	$201- $350
Steele, George	Nature Tunes and Tales	Nature- Environment, Performing Arts- Storytelling	This group participatory, theater-in-the-round style presentation of songs and stories covers topics in ecology, plant and animal life and environmental stewardship concepts. Be a Frog Chorus, shout out a Solar Power Chant, learn to identify oaks with Know, Know, Know Your Oaks, let everyone know that you are a Nature Lover. Enjoy a fun filled presentation of movement, song and story while learning about the natural world all around us.	$101- $200
., Buffalo and Brandy	The Magical Rhythm of Christmas	Disability Awareness, Music, Performing Arts- Magic	The Holidays are a ‘Magical’ time of year. Using your imagination,Buffalo and Brandy will take you on an ‘Imaginary Rhythm Journey’. Throughout the ‘journey’, there will be magic, music and sing-a-long.At the end of our ‘journey’ – there will be lots of drumming by everyone! There’s plenty of fun and festivity for the whole family!	$351- $500
Connolly, Carol	Storytelling Programs and Workshops	Literature- Creative Writing, Multicultural- Other, Performing Arts- Storytelling	Professional Bio: For 30 years, a teacher, storyteller, traveler, and writer, Carol has collected stories from around the world. The constantly expanding repertoire of this accomplished performer includes folk and fairy tales, myths, literary tales and original stories. Carol presents programs in schools, colleges, libraries, museums, churches, senior centers, nature preserves, on radio and television, and at festivals and civic and community events throughout the Northeast. She has been a scheduled performer at festivals in the US and Great Britain. She is a member of the highly acclaimed storytelling quartet, Four Stories High, and the duo, Tales and Tunes. Program Titles/Themes: Participation Stories, Strong Women Stories, Mountain Merriment, Multicultural Folktales, Tales of Fools and Wise Ones, Seasonal Stories, Tales of Times Past, Tales to Tickle Your Funnybone, Environmental Stories, Tales of Mystery & Enchantment, Storytelling Workshops for parents/teachers/ children.	$201- $350
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
Epstein Kravis, Anna	Spooky Tunes For Halloween Song & Puppetry Concert	Music, Performing Arts- Storytelling, Performing Arts- Puppetry	Halloween songs and stories designed to delight and not frighten little ones, while thoroughly entertaining older children. A Halloween favorite at libraries for years, this program includes synthesizer keyboard, puppets, lots of participation-- including all the ingredients to make a wonderful Spooky Stew! Children may be invited to come in costume! Great Halloween fun for ages 3-8!	$501- $1000
Nugent, Margie	The Art of Henna	Multicultural- Other, Performing Arts- Other, Visual Arts- Folk Arts	Learn about the art of henna - how to mix it, why it's used, what the designs mean. Perfect for holiday celebration or as a full class. Everyone leaves with a henna and an appreciation for this ancient art form. Handouts provided.	$101- $200

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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.