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PUPPETRY || STORYTELLING
PUPPETRY
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Magic Castle Puppet Theater |
Andrea O'Regan
24 Pearl Street Extension
Beverly, MA 01915
Toll Free: (866) 236-8208
E Mail: KLSPuppets@aol.com
Website: klspuppets.homestead.com
The KLS Magic Castle Puppet Theater has been performing in schools and libraries for more than 14 years. Providing science enrichment for the lower elementary
grades, our puppet theater can be set up in your caf, auditorium, library or classroom. Included are topics from the Curriculum Frameworks.
Shows are interactive and include music. Children receive opportunities for
growth of imagination and creative expression. (Prior to working in puppetry Andrea O'Regan was an elementary science teacher, graduating from Northeastern University with Graduate level work in the Creative Arts Program at Lesley University.)
Program Title: Oceans Away; Animals in Winter; The Pirate's Missing Pumpkin (Halloween); A Long Winter's Nap; Giorgio's Springtime Soup; Dinosaurs; The Rain Forest; The Amazing Life Cycle of the Butterfly. Animal Hibernation shows appropriate for
each grade PreK through 3. Now offering Bullying Prevention Programs for K-4.
Audience Grade Level Suitability: PreK - 4
Audience Size: 250/assembly
Special Requirements: Electricity
Fee: $250 and up.
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DIANE KORDAS ROMPER RHYTHM AND PUPPETS |
Diane Kordas
P.O. Box 181
Chester, NH 03036
603-315-3083
Email: diane@romperrhythm.com
Website: http://www.romperrhythm.com
Diane Kordas brings stories to life with puppets and music, either with a staged puppet
show production or with songs and short puppet skits. Lots of humor and audience
participation are highlights of each program. Great for preschools and day care centers,
schools, libraries, birthday parties, recreation centers and more.
*NH Council on the Arts Touring Artist and New England Foundation for the Arts (link)
*Winner of Children's Music Web award for her Dinosaur Stomp CD.
Program Titles: Friendly Forest Folktales; Bremen Town Musicians; Pirates, Ahoy!; Elves and the Shoemaker with the Gingerbread Man; Sir George and
the Dragon; Outerspace Adventures!. Shadow Puppet show: Chicken Little and other Tales. Residencies, workshops,
Teacher Training workshops. See www.romperrhythm.com for new shows and updates
Grade Level Suitability: pre-K - 3 for most programs, workshops and residencies for K-12
Audience Limits: 250
Special Requirements: I supply my own puppet stage, sound, lighting_and need a grounded 3 prong outlet
to plug into.
Fee: Starts at $300, discount for block bookings
Funding Sources: New England Touring Roster, New England Foundation for the Arts; New Hampshire State Council for the Arts
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STORYTELLING
PO Box 300016
Boston, MA 02130
(617) 522-4335
E Mail: dedge@livingmyth.com
Website: www.livingmyth.com
For over twenty years, Diane has been bringing top quality storytelling assemblies to schools and educational institutions.
Her gifts as a storyteller, educator and communicator
make her as appreciated by teachers as she is by students with many repeat engagements requested.
The effortless way Diane's programs bring educational information into an entertaining format inspire the most
reluctant learners to open up their imaginations. From Nature and Science programming to performances representing
unusual cultures, including Native American Nature Myths and the Kurds of the Middle East, each performance is the
result of careful and thorough research. Visit her website or look below through the Seasonal, Cultural, and
Nature offerings for programs like Insect Comedy, Digging Dinosaurs, Tales for the Earth, Welcome in the Spring,
Rainforest Legends and more to bring an entertaining assembly to your school with Diane Edgecomb one of
New England’s favorite storytellers. Different material and stories are told depending on whether the
assembly is for K-2 or 3-6th grade. Each performance comes with an extensive curriculum package, which
includes both science-based and language-based activities.
Dear Diane: I was just putting away my files for this year's enrichment programs at Steward School and I wanted to mention that you had an overwhelmingly positive response from the teachers here. Their comments included, "She kept 5 classes mesmerized!" "She was masterful at knowing when the students needed a motor break" and "She really engaged them with her stories!" One teacher suggested that you give workshops to teachers on how to tell a story! Should you ever need a reference, please don't hesitate to have someone contact me. We hope to have you back to Steward again in the future!" Julie Sullivan, Enrichment Chair, Topsfield Elementary Schools, MA
"I would like to thank you for your terrific performance this afternoon. The students were completely captivated and thoroughly enjoyed your lively delivery, great expressions, interactive style and story content. Several of the teachers stopped me during the day to add their complements and enthusiasm about your program." Ellen Kassaraba, Wellington School PTO, Belmont, MA
Program Titles: For complete program descriptions, see http://www.livingmyth.com
Celebrate the Season
Tall Fall Tales: brings alive the autumn world of nature with original stories and songs sure to delight.
Perfect for just starting out the school year. This performance centers on the star in the apple, fall colors and a young girl who
just cannot sit still in class!
Once Upon a Wintertime: Warm your hearts and your imaginations with this performance of tales from long ago. These stories of wintertime magic and fun are drawn from many cultures ranging from the lyrical Grimms’ tale of Snow White and Rose Red to tales of folksy New England escapades.
Welcome in the Spring: Welcome in the spring with talking earthworms, nesting birds and kite flying adventures. The perfect accompaniment to this joyful season.
Summer Escapades: celebrates family fun with participatory stories chosen from Diane's best-loved family tales. Including a favorite story about a monkey who takes a wild ride on the back of a shark!
Once Upon a Halloween: This fun-filled Halloween event has a huge cauldron bubbling over with fog for the last dramatic story. All tales are appropriate for family audiences ages four to forever and contain a well-rounded blend of suspense and humor.
Explore Cultural Riches
Native American Nature Tales explores tribal myths and legends of the animals and birds of North America. Ranging from the humorous to the heart-felt, these stories celebrate native culture and its strong links to the natural world. Diane was given permission to tell these tales by many prominent Native authors.
European Tales of Enchantment: Enter the world of fairy tales where magic is only a moment away, and lessons about how to live are expressed through vivid symbols. Classic fairytales as well as unusual versions of familiar stories.
Fit for a King’s Ear: Diane Edgecomb accompanied by Margot Chamberlain on Celtic harp. This Medieval program is filled with tales of unusual princesses and Arthurian Knights.
A Fire in My Heart: Kurdish Folktales: Based on Diane's new book of Kurdish folktales, this program introduces students and families to this pivotal Middle Eastern culture. A map, anecdotes of her collecting experience and traditional dress and dance round out our exploration of this little known culture.
Irish Shenanigans: There is plenty of laughter and delight in this animated retelling of Ireland's best-loved gems. This performance is also available with Margot Chamberlain accompanying the program on Celtic harp.
Enter Nature’s Realm
Digging Dinosaurs: These popular dinosaur adventures complement their scientific facts with a happy dose of humor. Based on current scientific discoveries, this piece educates as it entertains.
Rainforest Legends: From the banks of the Amazon River to the heart of the West African jungle, Rainforest Legends brings to life favorite folktales and songs about the animals and plants of these lands.
Tales for the Earth: A Celebration of Nature and all the simple things we can do to help. What shines through the entire presentation is a love and respect for our place in nature; with many ideas communicated about how we can create a difference.
Insect Comedy: Insect Comedy takes a delightful look at our Six-legged friends. Diane's hilarious interpretations of Mr. Mosquito, Mr. Gnat, Old King Lampyradie Beetle keep us laughing as we take a closer look at the world of insects.
Night Lights: In Night Lights, unusual star myths take us on a multi-cultural voyage across the heavens. Listen in wonder as tales from Greece, Estonia, Native America, Kurdistan and Korea celebrate the magic of the night sky.
Audience Limit: Suggested maximum 250
Fee (including travel): $525 first show, $300 per additional show. Additional block booking rates available. Workshops $65 each when booked with a companion performance.
Funding Sources: Massachusetts Cultural Council, New England Foundation for the Arts, Local Massachusetts Cultural Councils
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JACKSON GILLMAN - "Stand-Up Chameleon" |
PO Box 41
Onset, MA 02558
(508) 295-0886
E-Mail: jacksong@jacksongillman.com
Web site: www.jacksongillman.com
Sparkling with energy, wit and whimsy, the "Stand-Up Chameleon" magically
transforms into a wide array of colorful characters. Through his many
talents as songsmith, comic, mime and storyteller, Jackson engages and
delights audiences of all ages with his highly visual and interactive
performances. Many different shows to choose from including several
educational nature programs. Has been a featured performer at festivals
across the country. For 6-12 grades, his two substance abuse awareness
presentations have been used annually by schools for their prevention
programming. 28 years experience, easy-going and flexible, references
galore.
Program Titles: Nature in Action, Story & Song; Riot in the Garden; BUGS!;
Applemania; Autumn Wonders; Halloween Silly Willies; Winter Revels; Spring
into Action; On a Wing and a Song; The Man Who Planted Hope; Kipling: "Just
So"; Levity in Motion; Harlequin and the Gift of Many Colors (with ASL); The
Dancing Man (with ASL); Holiday Revels (with ASL); Hard Knocks - substance
abuse program (grade 6 and up)
Fee: starts at $375 + travel
Funding Sources: New England Foundation for the Arts |
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