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


	Records 1-9 of 9

Performer	Program	Category	Description	Fee
Del Bianco, Lou	In the Shadow of the Mountain: Luigi Del Bianco and Mount Rushmore	Genealogy, History, Performing Arts- Theater	A graceful balance of humor and heart.- LA TIMES In this 40 minute presentation, storyteller Lou Del Bianco portrays his grandfather Luigi Del Bianco and tells the story of his unique contribution to the carving of our nation's greatest memorial. Connects perfectly to Social Studies curriculum and primary source research.	$201- $350
of New Zealand, Kahurangi Maori Dance Theatre	Taonga Treasures	Genealogy, Multicultural- Other, Performing Arts- Storytelling	Taonga Treasures is an interactive program which highlights the cultural treasures of the Maori, the Indigenous people of New Zealand. These treasures include family, homeland, native language, geographic landmarks, stories, songs, regalia and challenge the audience to think of non-tangible items as treasures. Told in storylike form and supported by songs and dances, this program includes English narrations and loads of audience participation.	$1001- $3000
Cossio, Miguel	Fiestas - Celebrations in Mexico and Latin America	Genealogy	Miguel Cossio was born in Guanajuato, Mexico, to a family of folk artist and performers from whom he learned the many crafts, rituals and traditions of his community and region, especially those associated with Celebrations. Now living in New York, Miguel has taught arts-in-education programs in schools, arts centers and museums, such as the American Museum of Natural History and the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian in New York City. Miguel offers interactive cultural programs that bring to life the magic of the traditional folk arts from Mexico and Latin America. Programs include hands-on workshops (Visual Arts), slide show, folk art displays, audience participation, Spanish conversation, storytelling, games and more! Masks for Carnival; Papel Picado (Paper Cut Outs) for 5 de Mayo Celebration; Paper Toys for Childrens Day; Dancing Skeleton Stick Puppets for Day of the Dead; Pinatas for Posadas; Crowns, Paper Jewelry and Accessories for 3 Kings Day; are some of the hands-on activities participants can create while learning about these incredible traditions! Variable content for different age levels. Art projects completed in a single session. Art projects linked to a cultural context.	$351- $500
McKeon-Pierce, Lonna	Oral History: Connecting to your Family with Storytelling	Genealogy, Literature- Other, Performing Arts- Storytelling	This interactive program is ideal for conferences, church groups, clubs, libraries, and retirees. Many techniques are given for gathering and sharing family stories that reveal "Aha!" moments about who we are and what our family gifts and curses are. Using family photos, artifacts, and songs to get the juices flowing, many workshop participants experience epiphanies and connect with their families and communities in a new and enriched way.	$201- $350
McIntosh, Story Laurie	Journey to Ellis Island: An Immigration Story	Genealogy, History, Performing Arts- Storytelling	In this touching and powerful performance, Story Laurie portrays her grandmother as an immigrant girl full of hopes and dreams. Listeners travel with the young Carmela on this emotional (and often humorous) journey as she departs her hometown of Potenza, Italy, crosses the Atlantic and arrives in New York Harbor, ready to begin a new life in a strange and magical land. The performance (25-30 mins.) is followed by a discussion/Q&A session about US immigration. Journey to Ellis Island is also available as a residency program where Laurie helps students develop the skills to research their own family stories. The residency culminates in individual or group art projects (eg. a song written by students and which tells of the collective immigrant experience; class “quilt” that depicts each family’s story).	$201- $350
Riley, Tom	ORPHAN TRAIN RIDERS	Genealogy, Literature- Authors, Visual Arts- Other	ORPHAN TRAIN RIDERS----I am the author of 2 books on the subject. The largest mass relocation of children in America took place during the orphan train era 1854-1929. Over 400,000 children were transported by rail out of NYC and major cities. They were America's first foster children. I do a lecture/video presentation. Life in the 19th Century could be brutal. When adults fell victim to alcoholism, job loss, or drugs, the children were the first to suffer.	$201- $350
Cossio, Miguel	Fiestas - Celebrations in Mexico and Latin America	Genealogy	Miguel Cossio was born in Guanajuato, Mexico, to a family of folk artist and performers from whom he learned the many crafts, rituals and traditions of his community and region, especially those associated with Celebrations. Now living in New York, Miguel has taught arts-in-education programs in schools, arts centers and museums, such as the American Museum of Natural History and the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian in New York City. Miguel offers interactive cultural programs that bring to life the magic of the traditional folk arts from Mexico and Latin America. Programs include hands-on workshops (Visual Arts), slide show, folk art displays, audience participation, Spanish conversation, storytelling, games and more! Masks for Carnival; Papel Picado (Paper Cut Outs) for 5 de Mayo Celebration; Paper Toys for Childrens Day; Dancing Skeleton Stick Puppets for Day of the Dead; Pinatas for Posadas; Crowns, Paper Jewelry and Accessories for 3 Kings Day; are some of the hands-on activities participants can create while learning about these incredible traditions! Variable content for different age levels. Art projects completed in a single session. Art projects linked to a cultural context	$351- $500
Native Dance Theatre, Red Thunder The Next Generation	People of the Plains	Genealogy, Multicultural- Native American, Performing Arts- Dance	People of the Plains brings the rich cultural heritage of the Plains tribes to life with an interactive, visually stimulating, historically packed program of dance and song suitable for all audiences. With authentic costuming, in-depth English narrations, audience participation and cultural knowledge, this program brings a deeper understanding of Native American culture to audiences of all ages.	$1001- $3000
of New Zealand, Kahurangi Maori Dance Theatre	People of the Pacific	Genealogy, Multicultural- Other, Performing Arts- Dance	People of the Pacific brings to life the culture, heritage and languages of the South Pacific islands of Tahiti, Hawai'i, Samoa and New Zealand in a fun, interactive, entertaining and highly educational way. Authentic costuming, live music, energy and audience participation come together to take the audiences on a journey to far away islands where the way of life is different and exciting but the pride in culture is strong.	$1001- $3000

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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.