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


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Performer	Program	Category	Description	Fee
Russell, Linda	The Good Old Colony Days	History, Music, Performing Arts- Storytelling	Balladeer Linda Russell brings the 18th century vividly to life through music. Broadsides, ballads, love songs and humorous ditties are accompanied by guitar, penny whistle and hammered and mountain dulcimers as she tells the stories of everyday life in early America. Included are such songs as Johnnie's Gone for a Soldier, Soldier, Soldier, Will You Marry Me and George Washington's favorite dance tune!	$351- $500
Arm-of-the-Sea, Theater	City That Drinks the Mountain Sky	History, Nature- Environment, Performing Arts- Puppetry	The epic story of water for New York City, told in the elemental beauty of mask & puppet theatre. Heralded as one of the wonders of the world, New York City's ingenious system of aqueducts and reservoirs provides clear mountain water from the Catskills to nine million downstate residents. And though the struggle over these water resources has, at times, bitterly divided city managers and watershed residents, it has also irrevocably united them. Through a shimmering tapestry of poetry, puppetry and evocative music, City that Drinks the Mountain Sky brings alive the lyrical landscape of the Catskills— to portray the on-going story of the watershed and the uneasy marriage of those who must protect its vulnerable flowing treasure. You can expect plenty of visual punch and timely wit as the Hudson Valley's premier eco-logic theater traces life's quintessential liquid from mountain top to city tap. Study guide and post performance discussion provided for school audiences. Photos and video available at www.armofthesea.org	$1001- $3000
Bromka, Sondra & John	Dig Into China! 'BAWSHOU & the DRAGON' Traditional Chinese Folk Pageant for SUMMER READING PROGRAM 2013	Multicultural- Other, Music, Performing Arts- Storytelling	Dig deep into a cave of the earth--the Sun has been captured by a Fearsome Dragon and hidden away. The hero of our tale is Bawshou, a young man who courageously rises to the challenge of freeing the Sun. With the help of a golden phoenix, a small parcel of earth, a magic robe, and a heroic dream, Bawshou travels afar to seek out and rescue the Sun, for the good of his people and all the land. Children actively participate as they portray the flowing river, the sounds of the sea, the playing of the gong, the dancing stars, and much much more! The artists evoke a magical atmosphere in this important Chinese tale, employing authentic oriental techniques and traditions including stylized dramatic forms and movement, mythology, exotic costumes, and music. Chinese folk instruments (erhu, p’i p’a, guzheng harp, sona, Chinese Theatre drum, flutes & whistles, and gong) are featured, combining to make this unforgettable performance piece a joyous celebration of oriental culture. 'Bawshou' was commissioned by the Springfield MA Museum of Fine Arts in 1994. (see accompanying Chinese Dragon Mask Workshop/Parade).	$351- $500
Novogrodski, Marvin	The Magic of Science	Performing Arts- Magic, Performing Arts- Theater, Science	The Magic of Science explains the scientific process, from the art of experimenting to the creation of an invention. With simple experiments that kids can try at home, they learn about air pressure, carbon dioxide and the invention of the wheel. The Magic of Science draws a link between the work of artists and scientists, encouraging persistence and exploration. Check out streaming video at www.marvmarv.com. K-6th graders A professional performer since 1984, Marvelous Marvin incorporates dance, theater, magic and circus arts with his love of research and science. The Magic of Science is scripted with a humorous, rhythmic rhyming text and was created with support from The Rhode Island State Council on the Arts. Marvin is now living in Fort Lee, New Jersey. Behold the twirling perpetous! Thrill to the billiard-ball spinning sculptures! Marvel at the eight-foot tall photo collage!	$501- $1000
Chambers, Trish	Women Soldiers and Spies Of the Civil War	History, Performing Arts- Other	This presentation addresses those women who chose to become soldiers and spies during the Civil War. See how their ingenuity allowed them to perform successfully in both these endeavors. Learn why they selected the path they did and how they were able to function effectively as soldiers and influence history as spies.	$201- $350
Rivest, Robert	Ground Breaking Stress Relief: Comic Mime & Laughter Wellness for Adults!	Performing Arts- Mime, Performing Arts- Storytelling, Performing Arts- Theater	Ground Breaking Stress Relief: Comic Mime & Laughter Wellness for Adults! This program is gaining rave reviews for its unique combination of Robert's renowned performance of comic mime stories followed by his Laughter for Health and Wellness interactive segment. Audiences thoroughly enjoy the comic relief and insights of Robert's hilarious performance, and then get to experience laughing for health and well-being through his playful laughter exercises. Video clip at: RivestMime.com	$351- $500
Conrad, Bob	Puppets, Puppets, Puppets	History, Performing Arts- Storytelling, Performing Arts- Puppetry	A Musical variety program of puppets of every type and size, hand puppets, rod puppets and marionettes. See frogs sing, Skeletons dance, and see Bob Conrad create puppets right before your eyes and bring them to life. Bob Conrad is the author/illustrator of The Puppetry Workshop Manual, Mouth Puppets, and several educational children's books; including Bob Conrad's Rain Forest Animals, Bob Conrad's Deep Sea Adventure, and Bob Conrad's Great Americans.	$201- $350
Bady, Robin	Gifts of the Season: Christmas, Chanukah and Kwanza stories	Music, Performing Arts- Storytelling, Performing Arts- Storytelling	Take a journey with storyteller Robin Bady into the heart of the season that brings us Christmas, Chanukah and Kwanza. Listen as she tells three stories that illuminate the joys of giving, receiving and sharing. Sing along, participate and celebrate with your family and friends as Robin brings you story and song, remembering the true meanings of the holidays! Robin Bady is an acclaimed storyteller who travels the United States and Europe performing her stories and listening to yours!	$351- $500
Chang, Norma	KIDS OR FAMILY -- Chinese New Year & the 12 Zodiac Animals (Chinese Customs & Culture)	Life Skills- Food, Multicultural- Other, Performing Arts- Storytelling	AGES 5 & UP, MIXED AGES. PARENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE -- Discover the folktales and mythologies associated with the New Year celebration along with a lively, interactive show-&-tell of items connected to the festivities. Each participating child will receive a hong bow, a red envelope with lucky money. (Please see comments below.)	$201- $350
Del Bianco, Lou	Lou Del Bianco as Abraham Lincoln	History, Literature- Authors, Performing Arts- Storytelling	ENDORSED BY THE LINCOLN BICENTENNIAL COMMISSION! In this 45 minute interactive dramatic program, actor-storyteller Lou Del Bianco portrays Lincoln as Civil War President, frontiersman and storyteller. Lincoln's values… honesty, love of family, thirst for education, sense of justice and perseverance shine through this dynamic new presentation. Authentic historical quotations are used throughout; handout available for teachers. Appropriate for all ages!	$201- $350

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