Program
Length:
I do a maximum of 3 presentations
per day. Each presentation usually lasts between 40 - 60 minutes.
I can
provide workshops and residentials for any organization.
An
additional evening performance can be added for residentials.
Once
upon a tale... Simon takes listeners to a time and place, far
away, drawing from a world of stories. From hundreds of tales
of myth, legend and folklore, he tells of heroes and heroines,
talking animals, dragons, trolls, tales of pirates, Greek gods,
and fairies. All his stories are filled with many kinds of treasure
and adventure. Simon performs using unique voices to animate his
tales and adds expressive body language, which brings the stories
to life. Simon's often-funny storytelling will delight children
and adults alike.
"Hi
Simon - I just want to thank you again for the excellent program
you did at our library. I always consider an event a great success
when the parents enjoy it as much as the kids. In the three years
I have been here, your program brought the most complimentary
comments from parents - and the kids lining up for autographs
was priceless. Enjoy the rest of your summer."
- Patty Falconer, Children's Librarian, Hampstead, NH
Notes
from students
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Program
Themes (a selection):
I have a large and still growing repertoire of tales to tell from,
but sometimes it is nice to gather a number of stories together,
like friends, for a program that might follow a theme. Here are
some ideas you might wish to use:
A
World of Tales: Great stories
from all over the world. Tales of love, long journeys, shape shifting
girls battling dragons, how Ananzi gave us stories. Great family
entertainment for the home, library or school. All ages.
Nature:
These tales come from Native American, African, European
and other World sources. They include the story of beaver's race
with turtle, how Raven brought light to humans, why the salmon
swim out to sea, tales
of trees, and more.
All ages.
Fright
Night: These tales include the story of how Death
got put in a nut shell - a tale about loss and bereavement, as
well as stories that will chill listeners to the bone. This program
can be suitable for children aged 4 and up, but works REALLY well
for older listeners (11 plus), with VERY scary stories!
Treasure:
Stories of treasure found in unlikely places, pirates, and a Greek
myth are all found in this entertaining program for those 4 years
old and up.
Workshops:
I also provide workshops that vary from a very condensed 80 minutes
on storytelling, to much longer and deeper workshops. All workshops
provide participation and, at the end, each participant will come
away being able to tell a tale like they never have before! Not
suited to those under 8 years. Best suited to those aged 11 and
up - parents, grand parents, librarians and teachers included!
Call or email for more details and pricing.
These are
examples of programs I can offer. Sometimes you might want a performance
filled with ghost tales; you might want a series of creation stories,
or tales from Scandinavia, Greek myths, or British tales of King
Arthur. You may want water stories, animal tales, or just a number
of ripping yarns for a given audience. Whatever your needs are,
please let me know, but remember, the more notice I get, the better
program I can offer. If there is something you definitely
have in mind that is not in the above list of ideas, please talk
to me in advance so I can work with you to create your own personal
program.
Program
Cost:
If you have something special in mind that you are looking for
in the way of a package, or have a budget to work with, please
call about pricing. Each performance is unique in its time and
place and requirements and I would like to accommodate you. Below
are some guidelines.
Rural libraries,
please call for special rates.
Because each and every performance is unique, each venue is different,
and your needs differ to others, please call to discuss what you
want, so I can make a personal quotation for you.
My rates vary from $180 - $1,000 depending on your needs.
CLICK
HERE to hear samples of my storytelling.