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


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Performer	Program	Category	Description	Fee
Amore, James Lazzarini	Phenomenon	Performing Arts- Magic, Performing Arts- Other, Science	Phe•nom•enon (f∂ näm´∂ n∂ n) noun 1. Something experienced; a fact or occurrence that can be observed. 2. Something notable; something that is out of the ordinary and excites people's interest and curiosity. 3. A remarkable person or thing. 4. A new and exciting show created for the sophisticated expectations of a young adult audience. Do you believe in ESP and power of the mind? For instance, is it possible to foretell the future, move objects with your mind or read someone's thoughts? A new and exciting show created for the sophisticated expectations of a young adult audience. Phenomenon is a presentation of profound and unbelievable events in a fast-paced, fun format.. Amore utilizes the audience throughout the performance for astounding demonstrations of the mind and body incorporating psychology and parapsychology. Envision breaking a light bulb simply by thinking about it, predict lottery numbers, float a table in mid-air, foresee the future, read people’s minds, see a demonstration of the human lie detector and more. Experience Phenomenon and you will believe. Phenomenon is a show that challenges an audience to discover the power of their own minds.	$351- $500
Bidwell, Beth	Live Adirondack Animals	Nature- Animals, Nature- Environment, Science	The Adirondacks are home to a diversity of wildlife. Meet some of the animals that you may encounter during your Adirondack adventures. Come face to face with live hawks, owls, falcons, and reptiles. Learn about how these animals survive in the wild and how you can find them in their natural habitats.	$201- $350
Bidwell, Beth	Live Birds of Prey	Nature- Animals, Nature- Environment, Science	Join The Wildlife Institute of Eastern NY for a walk on the wild side! Come face to face with live hawks, owls, and falcons. Discover how these animals survive in the wild and how you can find them in their natural habitats.	$201- $350
Bidwell, Beth	Live Local Wildlife	Nature- Animals, Nature- Environment, Science	Join The Wildlife Institute of Eastern NY for a walk on the wild side! Meet some of the animals that call your backyard their home. Come face to face with live birds of prey, and reptiles. Discover how these animals survive in the wild and how you can find them in their natural habitats.	$201- $350
Biss III, Joseph	Exotic Animals	Nature- Animals, Science	Live Snakes, Lizards, Turtles, etc. from all over the world are shared with the audience. The group is told of the animal’s life history and their importance in nature. I also discuss the animal’s interaction with people – both good and bad. Usually six to eight animals are shown and discussed with 30 years of hands on and 25 years of teaching experience. Please check out my web page for more details.	$101- $200
Boyer, Jeff	Bubble Trouble	Performing Arts- Other, Science, Visual Arts- Other	Bubble Trouble- A bubble volcano. Bubble roller coaster. A kid in a bubble? Jeff Boyer takes bubbles to the max in this one-man bubble extravaganza. It’s the craziest, most creative bubble show around. Jeff juggles bubbles, sculpts and builds with bubbles, forms a bubble fog and more. Mixing comedy, music and interactive bubble-magic, he engages and delights audiences of all ages. A hit at schools, libraries, camps, resorts, cruises, fairs…anywhere there’s air! Check out these video clips! (just cut and paste into your browser) http://www.youtube.com/jeffreyboyer#p/u/2/d7idAF_7_r8 http://www.youtube.com/jeffreyboyer#p/u/3/ExXIx8tn-eI	$351- $500
Boyer, Jeff	Fun with Energy	Science	Jeff Boyer takes audiences on an exciting energy-filled ride they'll always remember! Jeff brings kids right up on stage for interactive demonstrations that entertain and amaze. Science is FUN! And the science of energy is as fun as it gets. Jeff shows kids that energy is what makes our world work, through carefully laid out activities illustrating the laws and forces which govern the world around us. Kids learn about sound and light, including solar power, and electric and kinetic energies, with materials ranging from everyday objects like softballs and breakfast cereal, to radiometers and lasers, even a Van de Graaf generator!	$351- $500
Boyer, Jeff	Simple Machines - Mad about Science Show	Performing Arts- Theater, Performing Arts- Theater, Science	Learn about simple machines in all their different forms with Professor Von Schmartkopf. A wacky and fun-filled educational show.	$501- $1000
Boyer, Jeff	The Attainable Sustainable Energy Show	Performing Arts- Theater, Science, Visual Arts- Other	The Attainable Sustainable Energy Show Kids discover the power of earth, wind and sun! Jeff Boyer engages and "wows" while inspiring excitement in renewable energy. Gripping experiments and visual effects transform wind, solar, bio-fuel and geothermal energy into usable “green” power. A mild-mannered scientist turns “eco-man” as kids help him generate the fun. It’s educational energy! Jeff's science shows and web study guides effectively supplement and boost your science curriculum. Prepare students for the energy sources of the future.	$351- $500
Boyer, Jeff	The Science of Magic	Performing Arts- Magic, Performing Arts- Theater, Science	THE SCIENCE OF MAGIC. Arthur C. Clark once wrote that “sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic” and today we live in the age of technology. We are surrounded by magic. In the first half of this show “Boyer the Magnificent” entertains and amazes us with several classic magic illusions. Objects change colors, light bulbs blaze to life with no apparent power source, and spheres levitate before us. Is this magic? “Professor Boyer” says “No!” In the second half of the show he performs these same feats using the tools of modern technology. Explaining laws of physics as he goes, the professor teaches the audience the principles that make these astounding demonstrations possible. Throughout the show volunteers are brought up on stage to participate in an event that amuses, amazes, educates and entertains.	$351- $500

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