New Event! "Miss Rosa" - National PBS Kids Host
Every morning on PBS stations nationwide, a diverse mix of children participate in a learning adventure led by a friendly and entertaining host: Miss Rosa. Together, they explore different themes such as Counting, Safety, Transportation and Weather. The children sing and dance to live music, participate in activities, learn Spanish words and have lots of fun! All of this takes place in a visually stimulating, creative and high-tech environment. Who wouldn’t want to go to this preschool?
Miss Rosa is a popular, well-respected teacher of Costa Rican and Puerto Rican descent. She is bilingual; speaking flawless English and Spanish. She is bright, enthusiastic and enlightens children while entertaining them. During mornings on PBS KIDS, Miss Rosa guides preschoolers through curriculum-based activities and introduces Spanish words and phrases related to the theme of the day. She is energetic, warm and nurturing, and consistently finds ways to build children's self-esteem.
"From the moment Jennifer Pena aka 'Miss Rosa' stepped on stage at the Mall at Stonecrest, she delivered a magical PBS KIDS Family performance for the entire family to enjoy. I highly encourage you to book Miss Rosa for your next event and don't forget a meet and greet with Sid the Science Kid and Super Why! for extra fun." D. Bieler, Mall at Stonecrest, GA
Miss Rosa is a popular, well-respected teacher of Costa Rican and Puerto Rican descent. She is bilingual; speaking flawless English and Spanish. She is bright, enthusiastic and enlightens children while entertaining them. During mornings on PBS KIDS, Miss Rosa guides preschoolers through curriculum-based activities and introduces Spanish words and phrases related to the theme of the day. She is energetic, warm and nurturing, and consistently finds ways to build children's self-esteem.
"From the moment Jennifer Pena aka 'Miss Rosa' stepped on stage at the Mall at Stonecrest, she delivered a magical PBS KIDS Family performance for the entire family to enjoy. I highly encourage you to book Miss Rosa for your next event and don't forget a meet and greet with Sid the Science Kid and Super Why! for extra fun." D. Bieler, Mall at Stonecrest, GA
Roscoe Orman "Gordon" of SESAME STREET (PBS)
After 30 years on television, SESAME STREET continues to maintain its lofty position as the benchmark children’s television series - an enduring symbol of quality by which all others are measured. SESAME STREET has garnered more Emmy Awards than any other television series of any kind. Much of this success is due in large part to a talented cast - including the charming and delightful “Gordon”. An influential and positive role model for millions of children all over the world, “Gordon” has taught the ABC’s and 123’s in joyful sing-a-long songs and games that make learning just plain fun! Now, his brand new live stage show, “The Safety Zone”, combines this same learning magic with some very important messages about child safety and health. Experience this wonderful blending of education and entertainment in your choice of two fun-filled and fast-paced interactive performances; “The Safety Zone” and “SESAME STREET Sing-A-Longs.”
Click here for YouTube link for ROSCOE ORMAN interview.
“It was a absolute success! Great Show—Great Crowds—Great Response! I can’t think of one event I’ve scheduled that met as many of my objectives as this one did. I felt it struck a very human chord not only with the children and parents (1000 to 2000 per show!) but also with the shoppers who discovered the show at staff here at Fairlane. It was like giving a wonderful Christmas present to thousands of people!” FAIRLANE TOWN CENTER., MI
Click here for YouTube link for ROSCOE ORMAN interview.
“It was a absolute success! Great Show—Great Crowds—Great Response! I can’t think of one event I’ve scheduled that met as many of my objectives as this one did. I felt it struck a very human chord not only with the children and parents (1000 to 2000 per show!) but also with the shoppers who discovered the show at staff here at Fairlane. It was like giving a wonderful Christmas present to thousands of people!” FAIRLANE TOWN CENTER., MI
Rebecca Frezza and Big Truck with special guest appearance "Gordon" of SESAME STREET
Rebecca Frezza is an established force in the children’s music arena, backed up by eight years of performing for families, five CDs, fourteen national awards, and ten nationally televised music videos. Beloved by families across the U.S. for their live performances and music videos on the Noggin Channel, Rebecca Frezza & Big Truck will take families on a rockin’ and rollin’ ride with new tunes from Rockin’, Rollin’ and Ridin’ plus favorites from all four of their previous, award-winning CDs. To add to the festive spirit of the occasion, Sesame Street’s Roscoe Orman (heard as guest artist on the Rockin’, Rollin’ and Ridin’ album) will be on board to offer his own special blend of lively repartee and velvet vocals.
"Bianca" & "Harry" from CYBERCHASE (PBS)
CYBERCHASE, the hit cartoon-mystery series on PBS, takes kids on a wild ride through cyberspace where they are challenged to use the power of math. Each episode ends with a catchy live-action segment, hosted by young, comedic actors, “Harry” (Matt Wilson) and “Bianca” (Bianca Degroat), who explore the show’s topic in the real world. Whether appearing together or separately, their live action show is a wonderful combination of fun and antics!
Click here for "HARRY" & "BIANCA" CYBERCHASE segments.
"WVIA welcomed over 11,000 members to our Member Appreciation Day at Knoebels on Saturday, May 7th. WOW!! Thanks for your help. I just wanted to let you know how much everyone enjoyed the entertainment provided by Matt Wilson (Harry from Cyberchase). His shows were a real hit! WVIA-TV, PA
Click here for "HARRY" & "BIANCA" CYBERCHASE segments.
"WVIA welcomed over 11,000 members to our Member Appreciation Day at Knoebels on Saturday, May 7th. WOW!! Thanks for your help. I just wanted to let you know how much everyone enjoyed the entertainment provided by Matt Wilson (Harry from Cyberchase). His shows were a real hit! WVIA-TV, PA
Playhouse Disney's Choo Choo Soul
Imagine parents honestly being able to enjoy the music that their children enjoy. Imagine soulful and current renditions of the ABC’s, 1-2-3’s, and learning how to be polite. Imagine a diverse, and incredibly hip duo, teaching children through music on an animated train….And Choo-Choo Soul is born!
Choo-Choo Soul airs on the Disney Channel daily and features Genevieve as the Star in character as the Train Conductor assisted by DC, her beatboxing, and breakdancing engineer. The music is contagious and soulful, with a focus on trains and learning. In 2007 “Choo-Choo Soul with Genevieve!” was honored with a PARENTS CHOICE AWARD for Children’s television! In 2008 Disney Records released a compilation CD/DVD of CHOO- CHOO SOUL through Amazon to rave reviews!
Choo Choo Soul has become a favorite in Concert as well, performing at Walt Disney World, and the prestigious “Target Festival Of Books” in Boston, Chicago, and New York City in 2007, and in Los Angeles, (April) Boston (September) and New York City (October) 2008. And most recently on “The Disney Music Block Party Tour”.
Click here for CHOO CHOO SOUL video - "Jump".
Choo-Choo Soul airs on the Disney Channel daily and features Genevieve as the Star in character as the Train Conductor assisted by DC, her beatboxing, and breakdancing engineer. The music is contagious and soulful, with a focus on trains and learning. In 2007 “Choo-Choo Soul with Genevieve!” was honored with a PARENTS CHOICE AWARD for Children’s television! In 2008 Disney Records released a compilation CD/DVD of CHOO- CHOO SOUL through Amazon to rave reviews!
Choo Choo Soul has become a favorite in Concert as well, performing at Walt Disney World, and the prestigious “Target Festival Of Books” in Boston, Chicago, and New York City in 2007, and in Los Angeles, (April) Boston (September) and New York City (October) 2008. And most recently on “The Disney Music Block Party Tour”.
Click here for CHOO CHOO SOUL video - "Jump".
NEW EVENT!!! habla blah blah LIVE
A bilingual concert woven by an imaginative narrative for children: habla blah blah LIVE is a sing-along concert that encourages its’ audience to sing and dance! Greeted by a hostess who transports your audience on a magical safari adventure in search of animals big and small, Jamie leads children through culturally appropriate greetings and everyday life happenings into a world visible only through imaginary binoculars. Along the way, children learn words and phrases in Spanish that can be readily applied to their everyday life, i.e. “I’m hungry/Tengo Hambre” and “I want to play!/Quiero jugar!”.
Voted "Best in LA for 2009" by LA Parent's Magazine!
CLICK HERE FOR "LOS ELEFANTES" VIDEO!
Voted "Best in LA for 2009" by LA Parent's Magazine!
CLICK HERE FOR "LOS ELEFANTES" VIDEO!
The Striking Viking Story Pirates
The Striking Viking Story Pirates know that every child has some kind of story to tell. While many children's theater troops tell stories to children, this New York City arts education organization uses stories written by elementary school students as source material for outrageous, over-the-top, side-splitting musical plays. Adding songs, props, music videos, and puppets, the Story Pirates bring what children scribble down on paper to life on the stage. At a typical Story Pirates show, story topics run the gamut, from kung-fu ninja babies fighting crime, to the eternal love between the devil and a guy she meets at Starbucks. It's a world where cats sometimes fly and tickle monsters have been known to take over the world. Story Pirates present award-winning shows, original web content, and creative writing programs to tens of thousands of children nationwide each year. The cornerstone of the Story Pirates educational program is the Play/Write Program that combines in-class creative writing and literacy workshops for children in kindergarten through eighth grade, with a sketch show for the entire school. These young authors see their stories come to life on stage and are later recognized by the Pirates and their school after the show. By showing children that their words and ideas are important, the Story Pirates have blown the minds of over 400,000 children.
"The Story Pirates teach kids a love of creative writing. It helps kids to see that their words and ideas are really important. I believe that what the Story Pirates are doing is helping America, nay, humanity—helping humanity itself. It's crazy entertaining." – JON STEWART - THE DAILY SHOW
"ONLY a kid could write a story like "The Do-Do Bird and the Dead People" - but only the Striking Viking Story Pirates could stage it, complete with puppets, "Thriller"-esque dancing zombies and funny lyrics that have children (and adults) begging for more." NEW YORK POST
CLICK HERE FOR PERFORMANCE VIDEO FROM THE KENNEDY CENTER!
CLICK HERE TO SEE JON STEWART TALK ABOUT THE STRIKING VIKING STORY PIRATES ON LARRY KING LIVE!
"The Story Pirates teach kids a love of creative writing. It helps kids to see that their words and ideas are really important. I believe that what the Story Pirates are doing is helping America, nay, humanity—helping humanity itself. It's crazy entertaining." – JON STEWART - THE DAILY SHOW
"ONLY a kid could write a story like "The Do-Do Bird and the Dead People" - but only the Striking Viking Story Pirates could stage it, complete with puppets, "Thriller"-esque dancing zombies and funny lyrics that have children (and adults) begging for more." NEW YORK POST
CLICK HERE FOR PERFORMANCE VIDEO FROM THE KENNEDY CENTER!
CLICK HERE TO SEE JON STEWART TALK ABOUT THE STRIKING VIKING STORY PIRATES ON LARRY KING LIVE!
Storybook Fun!
Many of today's most popular storybook characters make a special appearance in this fun, high-energy, interactive live performance! Songs, games, storybook readings, fun dances and lots of audience participation is jammed into these live performances. You can choose from characters such as Curious George, The Berenstain Bears, Winnie-the-Pooh and many more!
"The costume characters were awesome. Very animated, probably some of the best that I have seen! Annette was great to work with as well!..I thought the show was great. The kids seem to really like it. Thanks again for all your help." GALLERIA AT SUNSET MALL, LAS VEGAS, NV
"The event this weekend was Fantastic! We are still getting a handle on attendance…but it was more than last year which we estimated at 40,000." WFYI-TV, INDIANAPOLIS, IN
"The costume characters were awesome. Very animated, probably some of the best that I have seen! Annette was great to work with as well!..I thought the show was great. The kids seem to really like it. Thanks again for all your help." GALLERIA AT SUNSET MALL, LAS VEGAS, NV
"The event this weekend was Fantastic! We are still getting a handle on attendance…but it was more than last year which we estimated at 40,000." WFYI-TV, INDIANAPOLIS, IN
Raggs Band (PBS)
Raggs is a musical & educational preschool series starring five colorful canines. They are not your average dogs - they're also talented musicians who make great rock 'n' roll music as The Raggs Band. With over 200 original songs, the power of the music & humor stimulate children to become actively involved in learning. Raggs introduces children to elements that span the preschool curriculum, working to nurture their sense of self & others, and to foster a strong motivation to learn and achieve.
Click here for RAGGS BAND video "What's the Dealio"
Click here for RAGGS BAND video "What's the Dealio"
Miss Lori's CAMPUS
Miss Lori’s Family Concerts strive to bring generations together, building a more actively unified future. Performed by recording artist, educator and PBS Kids host Miss Lori, (and potentially 2-10 CAMPUS Kids), the Concerts are chock full of her infectious and informative original songs. Miss Lori is known for creating songs filled with music to groove to and lyrics to grow on which help children internalize lessons while having loads of fun.
"Miss Lori...combines music and theatrical elements to get kids on their feet, so that even watching her on TV is hardly a passive experience. Her performances sample everything from calypso to hip-hop to the Electric Slide." – CHICAGO TRIBUNE
"Miss Lori...combines music and theatrical elements to get kids on their feet, so that even watching her on TV is hardly a passive experience. Her performances sample everything from calypso to hip-hop to the Electric Slide." – CHICAGO TRIBUNE
Stephen Michael Schwartz (singer/songwriter)
A very talented singer/songwriter, Stephen has been entertaining children for many years as founder and lead singer of the award-winning recording group PARACHUTE EXPRESS. Stephen wrote and sings the JAY JAY THE JET PLANE theme song and other show songs and will delight your audience with these and other PBS favorites—as well as perform his other hit recordings. Add a JAY JAY THE JET PLANE character appearance (or another popular PBS character) for a wonderful concert & meet & greet experience!
CLICK HERE FOR MEDIA SAMPLES OF STEPHEN'S WORK.
CLICK HERE FOR MEDIA SAMPLES OF STEPHEN'S WORK.
Fran Brill - SESAME STREET Puppeteer!
Fran Brill could be the most famous voice you seldom see. This Emmy Award winning performer has had successful careers as an actress, voice-over performer, and puppeteer. She was the first female puppeteer hired by Jim Henson for Sesame Street and has created the iconic characters of Zoe and Prairie Dawn and many other loveable Muppets. Her live stage show brings the magic of her puppetry skills to life as she thoroughly captivates and enthralls your audience with a wonderful performance of stories, songs, videos and a unique lesson in creating your own puppet character! Adding to this extraordinary performance is a very special visit from one of her popular Sesame Street characters!
Thaddeus Rex - Roar Like a Rock Star!
“T-Rex’s act is part Monty Python, part Dr. Seuss” — Washington Post
“It’s pretty rare these days to find a kids’ performer as imaginative and original as Thaddeus Rex, and rarer still, a musician who weaves educational content into his tunes in a hip way.” — Time Out NY Kids, Feb. 12, 2007
Thaddeus Rex is a Grand Prize Winner in the John Lennon Songwriting Contest! His song, I Will Always Follow You, won the Children's category for 2007. A PBS veteran and award winning songwriter, Thaddeus Rex’s unique brand of high octane music and contagious enthusiasm has been hailed by the Washington Post and by the L.A. Times (“a sincere celebration of reading”). He’s also been known to get kids excited about reading along the way!! His concerts are radically different from your typical children’s artist as parents and children are engaged with a bombastic mixture of rockin’ tunes, hilarious antics and a contagious enthusiasm for reading.
“It’s pretty rare these days to find a kids’ performer as imaginative and original as Thaddeus Rex, and rarer still, a musician who weaves educational content into his tunes in a hip way.” — Time Out NY Kids, Feb. 12, 2007
Thaddeus Rex is a Grand Prize Winner in the John Lennon Songwriting Contest! His song, I Will Always Follow You, won the Children's category for 2007. A PBS veteran and award winning songwriter, Thaddeus Rex’s unique brand of high octane music and contagious enthusiasm has been hailed by the Washington Post and by the L.A. Times (“a sincere celebration of reading”). He’s also been known to get kids excited about reading along the way!! His concerts are radically different from your typical children’s artist as parents and children are engaged with a bombastic mixture of rockin’ tunes, hilarious antics and a contagious enthusiasm for reading.
Hip Hop Harry - Seen weekdays mornings on the Discovery Kids Network!
America’s kids have been “Doing the Harry” since HIP HOP HARRY’s premiere on Discovery Kids and TLC. Now parents can sing and dance the show’s praises, too! The live-action educational series has been awarded with the Parent’s Choice Foundation’s “Parent’s Choice Approved Award” for 2007 and 2008 for its positive impact on children’s physical, emotional, social and academic skills. HIP HOP HARRY was also a 2007 Emmy Nominee for “Outstanding Pre-School Television Series”!
HIP HOP HARRY features a lovable bear named “Harry” who runs the after-school center Hip Hop Central. At Hip Hop Central, kids learn valuable lessons about healthy living, imagination and creativity, friendship and basic academics through rhyme and dance. The show clearly resonates with the pre-school set, filling a gap in children’s programming that reflects popular music and culture. And the live show is a non-stop, energetic extension of the hit television series!
HIP HOP HARRY features a lovable bear named “Harry” who runs the after-school center Hip Hop Central. At Hip Hop Central, kids learn valuable lessons about healthy living, imagination and creativity, friendship and basic academics through rhyme and dance. The show clearly resonates with the pre-school set, filling a gap in children’s programming that reflects popular music and culture. And the live show is a non-stop, energetic extension of the hit television series!
Dave Coulier - "Joey Gladstone" from FULL HOUSE
Dave Coulier's (pronounced Cool-Yay) story is a refreshing one for Hollywood - nice guys can finish first. Dave is perhaps best known for his work on the long-running hit ABC television series, Full House, which aired for eight seasons (1987-1995, with 192 episodes produced) and can now be seen as part of the popular Nick At Nite and ABC Family network lineups. Additionally, the show is currently in worldwide syndication in over 100 countries. Dave followed this success by hosting his second prime-time hit series America's Funniest People, which ran on ABC for four seasons. Dave also handled the hosting chores for ABC's The World's Funniest Videos , and hosted his own series, Out of Control for Nickelodeon.
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