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


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Performer	Program	Category	Description	Fee
TheatreworksUSA, -	Living Voices' NORTHWEST PASSAGE	History, Media- Video, Performing Arts- Theater	When Julia’s family immigrates to the northwestern United States from Sweden, she experiences the diversity of America through interactions with her African, Asian, and Native American neighbors as she becomes a nurse at the height of WWI.	$501- $1000
Cain, Candice	The Lovesick Cat	Performing Arts- Theater	A cat is in love with her owner and wishes to become a girl so she can marry him. A fairy hears her and grants her wish. She is turned into a girl and the man falls in love with her, and learns that she can change her appearance, but never change her nature. This fun play, based on one of Aesop's fables, will teach elementary-aged students that changing your appearance doesn't change what you are inside. Facepainting afterwards!	$101- $200
Morse, Andy	DREAM BIG!	Music, Performing Arts- Storytelling, Performing Arts- Other	DREAM BIG! Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be anything you wanted to be? Maybe an astronaut, an animal, a ballet dancer. We will explore the possibilities through song, dance and drama.	$351- $500
TheatreworksUSA, -	A CHRISTMAS CAROL	Literature- Other, Music, Performing Arts- Theater	Tis the season for merriment and fun! Catch the holiday spirit with Scrooge, Tiny Tim, Bob Cratchit and all the rest in Theatreworks' heartwarming musical based on the Dickens classic.	$1001- $3000
Kruszka, Donald	Sleeping Beauty	Performing Arts- Storytelling, Performing Arts- Theater, Performing Arts- Puppetry	A humorous re-telling of the classic story of the sleeping princess, her dog, the prince who saves her, the dragon he has to fight, and the evil fairy who put the princess to sleep. Playing at 32 Western New York venues as part of the 2012 Dream Big Summer Reading Series.	$101- $200
Gormont, Bill	The Great American Magic Show	History, Performing Arts- Magic, Performing Arts- Theater	Our American history comes alive with magic, illusion and fun when Bill Gormont presents “The Great American Magic Show” at your special event. The exciting birth of our great country is relived when Bill highlights our nation’s founding fathers, special people and important historical moments. You will watch a modern day Betsy Ross help with a hilarious flag routine. Other audience volunteers will have fun as they enjoy learning about some of our nation’s first U.S. Presidents. “The Great American Magic Show” is packed with color, surprise, laughter, and excitement. The Declaration of Independence magically appears, President Abraham Lincoln’s personal White House Chef prepares a snack and much, much more. This non-partisan show focuses on the foundation of our freedom and liberty that we enjoy to this day. It does not enter into modern day politics or current world situations. Rather, it reinforces our nation's rich history through entertaining situations filled with magic, illusion, comedy and fun for the entire family. Since 2004, “The Great American Magic Show” continues being offered to libraries, schools and military heritage organizations.	$201- $350
Shimeta, Kathleen	Life, Love, Song! A Visit with Gena Branscombe	Literature- Poetry, Music, Performing Arts- Theater	This show is a tribute to an inspiring composer whose life and work were well in advance of her time. A one-woman retrospective of Miss Branscombe's life showcases the romantic beauty of her exceptional music. A performance full of family entertainment, enchantment and inspiration! Composer Gena Branscombe was a leading figure in American classical music from 1905 until her death in 1977. Her richly melodic, award-winning body of work includes over 150 art songs, chamber music, choral works and piano compositions. An integral part of New York City and State musical life in her time, Miss Branscombe was also the founder and leader of the Branscombe Choral, with an illustrious career that included performing and conducting for kings, presidents and the celebrated figures of her time.	$1001- $3000
A Concert In Magic, by Robert Austin	Robert Austin's Wonderful World of Magic	Performing Arts- Magic, Performing Arts- Theater, Performing Arts- Other	Robert Austin Performs magic shows in three different sizes depending on the venue. The two most popular sizes for libraries and small venues are his one and two person show with lots of audience participation and actually using someone from the audience to float in the air and saw in half. Our three person show includes three large illusions other than the ones mentioned before and lots of audience participation. Robert has been performing his magic for over 20 years and has appeared on such shows as LAW AND ORDER,LAW AND ORDER:TRIAL BY JURY, THE JURY, NBC's ED, and in the movies SPIDER-MAN II, THE INTERPRETER, TAXI and JUST MY LUCK. MOST SHOWS NOW INCLUDE LIVE SMALL ANIMALS!!!	$501- $1000
Zupp, Brad	FUNance For Kids	Life Skills- Finance, Performing Arts- Juggling, Performing Arts- Theater	Far from a boring lecture about what kids “should” do, “FUNance-Where Fun and Finance Collide” keeps kids laughing and amazed with comedy, juggling, magic, circus skills and mini game shows as they learn financial concepts such as: Financial Goal Setting; Living Within Your Means; The Importance of Saving; Needs Vs. Wants; Compound Interest; Where Money Comes From (and Goes); Inflation, Saving Vs. Investing, and much more. Perfect for family audiences (the adults might learn a thing or two as well) and kids grades K-6. Brad Zupp created “FUNance For Kids” from a deep understanding of both entertainment and finance. His years of experience as a financial planner and world-renowned performer make him uniquely qualified to teach kids financial literacy.	$501- $1000
Mischief, Merry	Renaissance Revelry	History, Music, Performing Arts- Storytelling	Tales of Kings and Queens, Knights, Dragons, and even Nursery Rhymes to satisfy even the Queen herself! Program encourages books, stories and poetry from the library. A musical program that features songs, stories and poetry reminiscent of the Renaissance and Medieval times. Costumed musicians (Merlyn & Harry)will give history lessons that make history come alive with humor and harmonies! All set in a language that can be understood by the general wee one to the Lord and Lady of the house!	$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.