12th Annual Vermont Performance

Showcase

November 19, 2015 Lake Morey Resort

Photo Credit: Simon Brooks

Welcome to the 12th Annual Vermont

Performance Showcase

2015 Showcase Committee Members

Carol Lolatte - Brattleboro Recreation & Parks Department

Jennifer Turmel - Colchester Parks & Recreation Department

Monica Torney - Hartland Recreation Department

John Leonard - Hartland Recreation Department

Jill Niles - Norwich Recreation Department

Betsy Terry - VRPA Executive Director

Special Thanks To:

Les Julian, Master of Ceremonies

Charlie Merlo, Sound Engineer

Simon Brooks, Photographer

Sit back, relax, and enjoy a sample of some of

New England’s finest performers!

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Artist Listing - Alphabetical Artist/Group Type of Performer Page

Adam Wilber Magic, Mind Reading & Comedy 12

Andrew Pinard/Absolutely Magic Magician 15

Bill Shontz Music for Children & Families 5

Bob Bloom / Drumming About You Drumming 16

Buddy the Clown Magical Clown 16 Circus Minimus One Man Circus 9

Darren Yong Magician Magician 11

Devlin Miles of Sweet Little Bloodhound Soulful Rock 13 Groovy Guy Juggling, Comedy, Rope Walking 10

In the Pocket 7-Piece Jazz Band 12

Jason Tardy - High Energy Juggler Juggling & Comedy 15

Joe Howard Ringmaster of Fun 11

Johnny the K Music for Children & Families 15

Jungle Jim Balloon Artist 8

Karen Krajacic & Friends Progressive Folk 13

Kilted Colin Comedy & Bagpipes on Unicycle 14

Leno, Cheney, & Young Light Rock Trio 13

Les Julian Music for Children & Families 5 Longford Row Irish, Scottish, Old Time & American Folk 16 Malik the Magic Guy Magician 10

Michael Zerphy Comedy & Juggling 6 Robert Rivest Mime & Laughing Yoga 9 Rona Leventhal Storyteller & Educator 10 Root 7 Nine Person Contemporary A Cappella 14 Sandglass Theater Puppetry 6

Simon Brooks Storytelling 6

Steve Corning Comedy & Juggling 5 The Green Mountain Playboys High Energy Cajun 14 TIGER Theater Interactive Educational Musical Theater 9 Troy Wunderle Circus 8

Willie & Jan Band Singer/Songwriter/Guitarists 12

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2015 Performance Showcase Schedule

Time Artist/Group Page 9:10 am Les Julian 5

9:20 am Steve Corning 5

9:30 am Bill Shontz 5

9:40 am Simon Brooks 6

9:50 am Michael Zerphy 6

10:00 am Sandglass Theater 6

10:10 am Jungle Jim 8

10:20 am Troy Wunderle 8

10:30 - 10:45 am MORNING BREAK/MEET WITH ARTISTS

10:45 am TIGER Theater 9

10:55 am Circus Minimus 9

11:05 am Robert Rivest 9

11:15 am Groovy Guy 10

11:25 am Rona Leventhal 10

11:35 am Malik the Magic Guy 10

11:45 am Joe Howard 11

11:55 am Darren Yong Magician 11

12:10 - 1:00 pm BUFFET LUNCH IN THE DINING ROOM

1:00 - 1:30 pm MEET WITH ARTISTS

1:30 pm Adam Wilber 12

1:40 pm In the Pocket 12

1:50 pm Willie & Jan Band 12

2:00 pm Karen Krajacic & Friends 13

2:10 pm Leno, Cheney, & Young 13

2:20 pm Devlin Miles of Sweet Little Bloodhound 13

2:30 pm The Green Mountain Playboys 14

2:40 pm Root 7 14

2:50 pm Kilted Colin 14

3:00 - 3:25 pm MEET WITH ARTISTS

3:25 pm RAFFLE - $100 towards a showcase performance

3:30 pm Have a safe trip home

Artists with an Exhibit Table but No Showcase Andrew Pinard/Absolutely Magic 15 Buddy the Clown 16

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Jason Tardy 15 Johnny the K 15

Brochure Listing Only Bob Bloom/Drumming About You 16 Longford Row 16

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HELPFUL TIPS

Rain Dates & Guarantees If you are using an outdoor space, ask the artist about rain dates and guaranteed fees. During the summer months many artists work almost everyday and will not give up a possible book-ing to hold a rain date. Some artists will guarantee a mutually, agreeable, date in the future. Still others have a no cancellation clause in their contracts. Be sure to ask in advance what an artist’s policies are regarding rain dates. It is best to arrange for an alternate rain site in advance, and advertise the location in your publicity. This avoids confusion for the audience and the need for last minute decisions. Make the Artist Feel Welcome You have invited a guest to perform for your agency. You can help the artist do their best by following these simple steps.

♫ Make sure someone is designated to meet the artist upon his/her arrival. ♫ Make sure the performance area is clear and clean. ♫ Keep the audience out of the performance area until the show starts. ♫ Check with the artist prior to the show for any last minute needs the artist may have. ♫ If the performer is to be paid the day of the performance please make sure a check is

cut; this is their paycheck and everyone likes their check when it is expected. ♫ Make sure you have a signed contract so that both parties know what is expected.

Taking these steps will help make the performance a more pleasurable experience for the audience, the artist, and you. Save with Block Booking Did you know that when you hire an artist for a 45-minute show, it could take him/her the better part of a day to fulfill that contract? An artist must pack up the show, travel both ways, set up, break down, and also pack and unpack when they arrive home. Block booking affords the artist the opportunity to do many of these nonperformance duties only once for multiple shows. By coordinating your booking schedule with neighboring towns, an artist can often discount the performance fee which saves you money and saves the artist time and energy. Indoors or Outdoors As a general rule, most performers would prefer to work indoors. Some will not work outdoors, so be sure to mention where the performance will take place at the time of the booking. Factors like wind, bugs, sun and noise are variables that are sometimes hard to deal with and can compromise the quality of a performance. If you are using an outdoor space, make sure you have a flat area designated for the artist. Many performers also require electricity, so be sure there is ample electricity at the performance site if necessary. For more info, contact Betsy Terry, VRPA Executive Director, at 802-878-2077 or betsy@vrpa.org or visit our website at www.vrpa.org.

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Performer/Company Name: LES JULIAN Contact Name: Les Julian Mailing Address: 36 Crestview Drive, Woodbridge, CT 06525 Telephone Number: 203-393-5862 Email Address: les@lesjulian.com Website Address: www.lesjulian.com Fees: $500 - $750 Description: This multi-National Award-winning artist’s songwriting and performing can most re-cently be heard on the GRAMMY WINNING Compilation CD, All About Bullies...Big and Small. LJ sings songs that foster connection, participation, thought, emotion and FUN. In his family show, DREAMING ALOUD! using guitar, mandolin, percussion and background tracks he will show you why the NY Times said of one of his performances that, “LJ writes songs to make you laugh and think. His audience laughed...heads bobbed...it was like magic!” Performer/Company Name: STEVE CORNING Contact Name: Steve Corning Mailing Address: 138 East Main Street, South Paris, ME 04281 Telephone Number: 207-200-8017 Email Address: stephencorning@gmail.com Website Address: www.stevecorning.com Fees: $400 - $500 Description: Steve Corning will wow you with amazing juggling feats, zany audience participation and insane stunts! With highlights including Disney Cruise Lines and venues across the country, Steve has crafted a show for the whole family that is sure to keep young and old alike delighted and in stitches. Featur-ing fast-paced juggling routines, comedy magic, a Houdini-style rope escape, and an unbelievable light show finale, all choreographed to original upbeat music. If you’re looking for non-stop entertainment, this show has it all! Performer/Company Name: BILL SHONTZ Contact Name: Bill Shontz Mailing Address: 18 Francis Avenue, Holyoke, MA 01040 Telephone Number: 413-533-3397 or 802-380-8800 Email Address: bill@billshontz.com Website Address: www.billshontz.com Fees: $300 - $1200 (NEST) Description: Bill Shontz is a Vermont Icon. From his many years with RosenShontz he has toured every part of the State and even since Gary Rosen's passing he continues to entertain not only in Vermont but all over the country. He has 10 CDs and 3 videos to his credit that have sold over 750,000 copies and gleaned an Emmy nomination. He has performed at the White House, at Fenway Park for the Boston Red Sox, with the Vermont Symphony Orchestra and much more. See his web site: www.billshontz.com for additional information, pictures and to listen to some of his music.

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Performer/Company Name: SIMON BROOKS Contact Name: Simon Brooks Mailing Address: 253 Barrett Road, New London, NH 03257 Telephone Number: 603-877-0033 or 603-359-3341 Email Address: simon@diamondscree.com Website Address: www.diamondscree.com Fees: $280 - $1000 (NEST, NH AIR Performer) Description: British storyteller Simon Brooks has been living in Amer-ica for over 20 years, and in New England for over 10 years. During this time he has worked at museums, camps, schools, education departments, libraries, hospitals, private functions, businesses and, of course, some of the country's best parks and recreation departments right here in Vermont. Simon's pro-grams can be catered to what YOU want. Pirates and dragons? Love tales and ghost stories? Tales related to nature? He has it covered. Don't leave it too late to book Simon.  Performer/Company Name: MICHAEL ZERPHY Contact Name: Michael Zerphy Mailing Address: PO Box 367, Hartland, VT 05048 Telephone Number: 802-356-4843 Email Address: mzerphy@hotmail.com Fees: $400 - $700 (NEST, VT Arts Council, NH Arts Council, AIR/Touring) Description: Michael Zerphy blends physical comedy, storytelling and clowning into delightful programs for all ages ... with classic style and participatory humor. Performances are available for families, community groups and schools. Zany Acts and Foolz Journey are family shows suitable for all ages. School performances include: The Wealth of Health and Choices to Grow By! School programs come with teaching guides for post performance activities. Michael has performed throughout New England, and across the United States and Europe, visiting hundreds of schools. libraries, theaters and community groups.  Performer/Company Name: SANDGLASS THEATER Contact Name: Shoshana Bass Mailing Address: PO Box 970, Putney, VT 05346 Telephone Number: 802-387-4051 or 802-683-4526 Email Address: shoshana@sandglasstheater.org Website Address: www.sandglasstheater.org Fees: $500 - $1000 (NEST) Description: We have two 20 minute puppet shows which can be performed in a full 50 minute program for ages 4 and up. In the fairground tradition, Punschi can be performed almost anywhere: from street fairs to carnivals, schools, libraries, festivals, theaters, indoors, or out in the fresh air! We can also teach puppetry workshops and residencies in conjunction with our show.

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FUNDING FOOTNOTES

Through the New England Foundation for the Arts (www.nefa.org), the New England States Touring (NEST) program provides support to New England-based nonprofit organizations (known as presenters) for performances and community activities by select New England performing artists. CreativeGround (www.creativeground.org) houses the directory of artists who may be chosen by NEST applicants for funding. The NEST program is made possible with funding from the National Endowment for the Arts Regional Touring Program and the six New England state arts agencies. For information, contact Adrienne Petrillo, Program Manager, Presenting & Touring, at apetrillo@nefa.org or 617-951-0010 x527. The Vermont Arts Council (www.vermontartscouncil.org) provides funding and professional resources to artists, schools, arts and community organizations. Funding is available through competitive grants. For more details on specific grant programs including ‘Artists in Schools,” contact Ben Doyle at 802-828-3778.

Highlights from last year’s Vermont Performance Showcase...

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Performer/Company Name: JUNGLE JIM Contact Name: Jim Manning Mailing Address: 27B Putnam Street, Somerville, MA 02143 Telephone Number: 888-335-8645 or 617-223-1700 Email Address: jim@junglejimboston.com Website Address: www.junglejimboston.com Fees: $500 - $1200 (MA Cultural Council Grants) Description: High-energy, interactive and most importantly fun, Jungle Jim's unique balloon magic performances will leave you blown away! Family-focused entertainment that will get your whole audience involved, the Wild About Balloons Magic Show has been entertaining audiences in New England since 2004. Jungle Jim's performances are geared for ages 3—12, can be performed indoors or out and use over a dozen volunteers in each show. Additionally, Jungle Jim offers Star Wars Jedi Knight Training, Harry Potter and Superhero Training programs. Performer/Company Name: TROY WUNDERLE/ WUNDERLES BIG TOP ADVENTURES Contact Name: Troy Wunderle Mailing Address: 1776 Brockways Mills Road, Chester, VT 05143 Telephone Number: 802-463-0029 or 802-376-9157 Email Address: troy@bigtopadventures.com Website Address: www.bigtopadventures.com Fees: $500 - $5000 Description: Wunderle's Big Top Adventures promotes world-class circus programming, entertain-ment and exploration for all ages. Founded by Troy Wunderle, its primary programs include: Circus Shows, Bubble Shows, Big Top Workshops, Circus Camps, School Residencies and Strolling Entertainment. WBTA programs are extremely flexible and can be designed to match the individual needs of each presenter. Through the rich and time-treasured delights of the circus, WBTA aims to spread joy, create memories and inspire dreams. To find out more about WBTA please visit: www.bigtopadventures.com.

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Performer/Company Name: TIGER THEATER (Theater Integrating Guidance Education and Responsibility) Contact Name: Pamela Irish Mailing Address: Plymouth State University, 17 High Street, MSC#38 Plymouth, NH 03264 Telephone Number: 603-535-2647 Email Address: pmirish@plymouth.edu Website Address: www.plymouth.edu/TIGER Fees: $700 - $825 (Private Scholarships through TIGER) Description: TIGER is an Emmy Award winning interactive educational musical theatre perform-ance that seeks to educate as well as entertain. A powerful and exciting collaboration between the integrated arts and counselor education graduate programs at Plymouth State University, TIGER helps children, young adults, schools, parents, and communities deal positively with bullying and other social issues and concerns facing youth in schools today. TIGER offers 45 minute assembly-length performances, as well as workshops for students, teachers, parents and community.

Performer/Company Name: CIRCUS MINIMUS Contact Name: Kevin O’Keefe Mailing Address: 422 Meadowbrook Road, Brattleboro, VT 05301 Telephone Number: 212-824-3976 Email Address: kevin@circusminimus.com Website Address: www.circusminimus.com Fees: $400 - $650 (NEST, Vermont Arts Council) Description: This one-man circus-in-a-suitcase gives everyone an opportunity to participate in an enthralling whimsical celebration of the imagination. This show has been performed over 300 times around the globe for family audiences and school assemblies alike. From Kevin O’Keefe’s suitcase an entire circus emerges!

Performer/Company Name: ROBERT RIVEST LAUGHTER EXPRESS! Contact Name: Robert Rivest Mailing Address: 64 Brunswick Street, Springfield, MA 01108 Telephone Number: 413-747-5004 or 413-519-2256 Email Address: rivestnow@gmail.com Website Address: www.robertrivest.com Fees: $350 - $500 Description: Robert Rivest offers fun, dynamic, and powerfully effective programs for all ages! Robert Rivest is an internationally admired performer and teacher. In addition to being a renowned comic mime artist, he is also an accomplished health, literacy and stress relief educator, a gifted laughter yoga teacher and an engaging public speaker. Since 1990 Robert Rivest has given over 7,000 presentations in Europe, Asia, Africa and across the U.S. His mission is to use mindfulness, laughter and the performing arts to bring health and happiness to individuals and organizations around the world.

Performer/Company Name: GROOVY GUY Contact Name: Guy Collins Mailing Address: 221 Dump Road, Warren, VT 05674 Telephone Number: 240-731-3345 Email Address: guycollins.variety@gmail.com Website Address: www.groovyguyshow.com Fees: $350 - $2500 (NEST) Description: Groovy Guy offers a range of fun and fantastic shows for a variety of events and ven-ues. For outside fairs and events he performs a great comedy juggling, 6 foot unicycle and rope walking show (this show is so good it won him $10,000 from the travel channel) that can be performed with or with-out fire. Inside he performs a comedy juggling, magic and unicycle (6 foot if the ceiling allows or smaller if not) show. If you want walkabout too, he walks on stilts performing nice little juggling tricks, All of Groovy Guy's performances are family friendly. Groovy Guy also offers learn to juggle workshops with equipment provided for up to 30 participants at a time. Performer/Company Name: RONA LEVENTHAL, STORYTELLER & EDUCATOR Contact Name: Rona Leventhal Mailing Address: PO Box 855, Northampton, MA 01061 Telephone Number: 413-586-0624 Email Address: rona@ronatales.com Website Address: www.ronatales.com Fees: $375 - $1425 with a base rate of $450; $425 per show if booked at the showcase. Block booking discounts. Description: Interactive Performances: Rona is a seasoned Storyteller (25 Years!) and Educator who has put smiles on thousands of faces with her exuberant and dramatic style and her large bag of multi- cultural stories! Through her, skies talk, turtles sing and magic happens! Whether around a campfire, in an amphitheater, social hall, school or library, Rona makes YOU part of the story! Staff Training Workshops: How to tell a darn good story; stories as teaching or behavior management tools; communication skills, cooperative games/team building; and environmental education. Performer/Company Name: MALIK THE MAGIC GUY Contact Name: Malik Haddadi Mailing Address: 34 Ernest Street, Holbrook, MA 02343 Telephone Number: 508-353-0665 Email Address: malikthemagicguy@gmail.com Website Address: www.malikthemagicguy.com Fees: $425 - $950 Description: Malik's show features visual comedy magic suitable for ages 4 and up. Malik also provides teen/tween and adult performances featuring witty comedy and amazing sleight of hand.

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Performer/Company Name: JOE HOWARD Contact Name: Joe Howard Mailing Address: PO Box 255, Stoughton, MA 02072 Telephone Number: 781-344-4456 or 617-750-5472 Email Address: yojoe@whataguy.org Website Address: www.whataguy.org Fees: $600 - $750 Description: Joe Howard, your "Ringmaster of Fun", has been performing all over New England, and beyond for over 2 decades bringing smiles and laughs to audiences of all ages. His quick hands and quick wit make for a truly entertaining and magical experience for the whole family. Joe's stage perform-ances, featuring magic, juggling, balloon twisting, puppetry, and just plain silliness are filled with audience involvement and his use of volunteers makes the show a delight to watch and a pleasure to experience. Performer/Company Name: DARREN YONG MAGICIAN Contact Name: Darren Yong Mailing Address: 12 Regal Street, Brighton, MA 02135 Telephone Number: 617-820-6340 Email Address: darren.yong@live.com Website Address: www.darrenyonglive.com Fees: $400 - $1000 Description: Darren Yong’s magic show is sure to be amazing, witty, hilarious and unique. His casual yet fun style makes him a favorite in the Rhode Island Library circuit and for the parks and recreation departments in Hampton, NH and Kennebunk, Maine. His magic is customized to suit everyone’s needs. He offers a 30-45 minute show and roving magic packages to fit any needs.

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Lunch Break & Visit with Artists

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Performer/Company Name: ADAM WILBER Contact Name: Richard Smith, Cuzin Richard Entertainment Mailing Address: 93 High Street #1, Portsmouth, NH 03801 Telephone Number: Richard: 603-436-8596 x102 or Adam: 802-578-6633 Email Address: richard@cuzinrichard.com Website Address: www.adamwilber.com or www.cuzinrichard.com Fees: $500 - $2000 Description: Adam Wilber is an awe-striking magician and entertainment expert who puts on a show like nothing you’ve ever seen before. Comical, charming and captivating, he’ll whirl a web of magical intrigue that will leave your guests hypnotically glued to the show. His presentation is smart and profes-sional, his style mystical and graceful and his performance shockingly good. Adam has performed for corpo-rate events, weddings, parties, theatres and more. Performer/Company Name: IN THE POCKET Contact Name: David Epstein Mailing Address: 202 Tracy Lane, Shelburne, VT 05482 Telephone Number: 802-985-5678 or 802-497-4833 Email Address: davidjepstein@yahoo.com Website Address: www.inthepocket-vtjazz.com Fees: $500 - $1500 Description: We are a 7-piece jazz band based in Burlington, Vermont playing classics from the swing and be-bop era. With our vocalist, we cover a broad range of favorites by Frank Sinatra, Tony Ben-nett, Chet Baker, Bobby Darin and Harry Connick, Jr. In the Pocket fans love the chance to dance and enjoy a diverse group of musicians who have fun bringing this great music to life. Performer/Company Name: WILLIE & JAN BAND Contact Name: Janice Scruggs / Willie Nininger Mailing Address: PO Box 484, Woodbury, CT 06798 Telephone Number: 203-263-4186 or 203-510-9905 Email Address: tojapai@aol.com Website Address: www.willienininger.com Fees: $300 - $1800 Description: Willie & Jan are versatile singer/songwriter/guitarists that perform tightly-crafted harmonies for all audiences as a duo, trio, quartet or full band. They perform a wide range of music in the U.S. and internationally. Themes include but are not limited to 50s, 60s, 70s, TV & Movie Songs, Famous Duets, Country, Tropical, Holiday, Irish & Patriotic. Tributes to artists include Carole King, James Taylor, the Beatles, Simon & Gar-funkel, Sonny & Cher, Bob Dylan and more. For more information contact 203-510-9905.

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Performer/Company Name: KAREN KRAJACIC AND FRIENDS Contact Name: Karen Krajacic Mailing Address: 126 Tracy Drive, Burlington, VT 05408 Telephone Number: 802-324-9111 Email Address: thesolaceep@gmail.com Website Address: www.reverbnation.com/karenkrajacic Fees: $300 - $1000 Description: Multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Karen Krajacic has toured in 26 states over the last decade, performing her original songs as well as interpreting artists from Cyndi Lauper to The Grateful Dead. Building on the foundation of her early years leading the duo Folk By Association, her solo work seamlessly blends genres, drawing from folk, rock, americana, classical, and jazz traditions. Available for a wide variety of occasions as a solo act up to a full band, today's showcase features the talents of bassist Peter KK Williams and lead guitarist Peter Avedisian. Performer/Company Name: LENO, CHENEY, & YOUNG Contact Name: Bob Young Mailing Address: 21 Starbird Road, Jericho, VT 05465 Telephone Number: 802-338-8495 Email Address: ryoung7701@icloud.com Website Address: www.lcyvt.com Fees: $350 - $800 Description: Leno, Cheney and Young are an acoustic/vocal trio that has been performing popular light rock songs from the 60's thru today since 2006. Our vocal harmonies, instrumental skills and diverse repertoire give us a broad appeal to diverse audiences. We can perform unamplified for intimate settings, or play with amplification for larger rooms or outdoor events. We cover songs by artists such as The Beatles, Neil Young, The Band, The Gin Blossoms, Phil Phillips, The Byrds, Eric Clapton and The Lumineers. Performer/Company Name: DEVLIN MILES OF SWEET LITTLE BLOODHOUND Contact Name: Devlin Miles Mailing Address: 149 Clinton Avenue #1-C, Brooklyn, NY 11205 Telephone Number: 646-286-7931 Email Address: devlinmiles@gmail.com Website Address: www.sweetlittlebloodhound.com Fees: $300 - $3000 Description: Sweet Little Bloodhound’s style has developed as Soulful Rock. Grammy member and front woman Devlin Miles blends her Southern Rock influence with the R&B hip hop flavah of drummer, Jibrail Nor, trumpet and bluesy vocals of Shanelle Jenkins, classically trained violinist and sweet voice of Olivia Martinez, classic rock trained bassist, Charles Butterfield II, the Jim Hendrix influenced guitarist Ali Bishop, and the Rock influenced cellist Aviv- together they not only bring their music to life, but they cross all boundaries with their diverse influences.

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Performer/Company Name: THE GREEN MOUNTAIN PLAYBOYS Contact Name: Alec Ellsworth Mailing Address: 401 Parkway Street, Montpelier, VT 05602 Telephone Number: 802-585-7673 Email Address: ellsworth.alec@gmail.com Website Address: www.reverbnation.com/greenmountainplayboys Fees: $500 - $1000 Description: The Green Mountain Playboys provide high energy Cajun music made for dancing. The band features fiddle, accordion, electric guitar, bass, and drums playing two-step, waltzes and blues. They can rock any venue with their full band or provide a more intimate acoustic experience (no drums) for smaller venues. GMP has been delighting audiences across the northeast at festivals, dances and concerts since 2013. Performer/Company Name: ROOT 7 Contact Name: Corrine Mertz Mailing Address: 179 White Birch Lane, Williston, VT 05495 Telephone Number: 802-238-0849 Email Address: corrine.mertz@gmail.com Website Address: www.rt-7.com Fees: $500 - $1000 Description: Root 7, which is celebrating its ten year anniversary, is a nine person mixed contem-porary a cappella group based out of Williston VT. They perform a wide variety of music from contempo-rary pop hits, to indie and rock. Root 7 has a wide range of performance experience from various farmers markets, outdoor festivals, private parties and weddings to the Burlington Independence Day Celebration, and the Champlain Valley Fair. Root 7 is a lively and engaging group of professional performers. Performer/Company Name: KILTED COLIN Contact Name: Colin Campbell Mailing Address: 26 Liberty Street #3, Everett, MA 02149 Telephone Number: 781-635-5279 Email Address: colin@kiltedcolin.com Website Address: www.kiltedcolin.com Fees: $750 - $2000 Description: Kilted Colin is a high energy performer filled with hilariousness from head to toe. He pushes the boundaries of what was thought could be done in a kilt. Bagpiping, Beatboxing, Insane Acrobat-ics, Hilarious Dance Moves, Juggling, Unicycling, and Extremely Good Looks ...

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EXHIBITORS Performer/Company Name: ANDREW PINARD/ABSOLUTELY MAGIC Contact Name: Andrew Pinard Mailing Address: 12 Church Street, Bradford, NH 03221 Telephone Number: 603-938-5158 Email Address: vrpa@absomagic.com Website Address: www.absomagic.com Fees: $500 - $1000 (NEST) Description: New England’s Favorite Magic Show! Whether it’s Alejandro’s Olde Tyme Magik Showe (family favorite), Discovering Magic (sleight of hand), the Professor Ossum Wonder Show (magic & science) or Jonathan Harrington: 19th Century Magician (living history), Pinard blends magic, story-telling, character and comedy (often with help from volunteer assistants), to create one of a kind experiences guaran-teed to amuse the whole family. Different options are available, from small-group private events to a full two-act theater show. Block booking and early booking discounts are available. Performer/Company Name: JASON TARDY: HIGH ENERGY JUGGLING! Contact Name: Jason Tardy Mailing Address: 82 Chickadee Drive, Auburn, ME 04210 Telephone Number: 866-584-4532 or 585-329-0165 Email Address: jason@jasontardy.com Website Address: www.jasontardy.com Fees: $400 - $600 plus travel Description: Jason Tardy, co-creator/performer of the highly acclaimed performance groups, “AudioBody” and “The Tardy Brothers” is debuting his new solo act! This show is a heady mix of high-tech juggling, fire-eating, balancing, contortion and crazy offbeat comedy. His fearlessness, outrageous risk-taking and constant off-kilter banter makes his show a must see for all ages. With over 20 years of experi-ence his highlights include performances at The Atlantis Resort in the Bahamas, Disney Cruise lines, Cham-plain Valley Fair and even The White House....3 times! Performer/Company Name: JOHNNY THE K Contact Name: John Kelleher Mailing Address: 165 North Main Street, Apt 2nd floor, Andover, MA 01810 Telephone Number: 978-207-0707 or 978-500-9008 Email Address: johnnythek@comcast.net Website Address: www.johnnythek.com Fees: $550 - $750 Description: Audiences across North America are literally tipping their hats to the inspiring and uplifting performances of Johnny the K! John Kelleher, an award-winning performer and musician, along with a 12-string guitar and his unique collection of costumed hats, masks and disguises, entertains and informs his audience through his spirited and interactive style of music. This former school teacher cleverly and humorously educates and inspires character education though song, dialogue, movement, audience participation, and lots of excitement.

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EXHIBITORS

Performer/Company Name: BUDDY THE CLOWN Contact Name: Daniel Jolley Mailing Address: 261 Powder Spring Road, Apt #2, Groton, VT 05046 Telephone Number: 802-522-3449 Email Address: buddy@buddytheclown.com Website Address: www.buddytheclown.com Fees: $200 - $1500 Description: Buddy the Clown offers award winning shows and walkarounds featuring magic, comedy, balloons and more. Buddy also offers his one of a kind bubble car and adds fun and ambiance that is easily sponsored for any event.

OTHER ARTISTS TO CONSIDER

Performer/Company Name: BOB BLOOM/DRUMMING ABOUT YOU Contact Name: Bob Bloom Mailing Address: PO Box 436, Storrs, CT 06268 Telephone Number: 860-429-9280 Email Address: bb@drumming-about-you.com Website Address: www.drumming-about-you.com Fees: $550 - $800 (NEST, CT Office of the Arts, Percussion Marketing Council) Description: BOB BLOOM trucks a curious and colorful cargo of drums for your entire audience to enjoy hands-on. Kids, teens, adults, and seniors all rock and boogie as BB drives songs that have smooth beats, cool rhythms, catchy lyrics, and great melodies. Everyone plays. Bob’s 100% interactive shows are performed at Channel 3 Kids Camp, The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts, Mark Twain Museum, New Haven International Festival of Arts and Ideas, and the First Night Celebrations of Hartford and Westport, CT and Worcester, MA. Performer/Company Name: LONGFORD ROW Contact Name: Patrick Mckenzie Mailing Address: 99 Birchcliff Parkway, Burlington, VT 05401 Telephone Number: 802-238-8706 or 802-922-5451 Email Address: longfordrow@gmail.com Website Address: www.longfordrow.com Fees: $400 - $500 Description: Vermont based Longford Row is a traditional Irish, Scottish, Old Time and American Folk music band. On stage they create an enchanting atmosphere, using traditional folk instruments and rousing vocals. They passionately perform each song or tune with a reverence for the past, and an eye for keeping traditional music alive and well for the future. The group features Gerry Feenan, middle school teacher from Richmond, VT; Marshall Paulsen, small business owner from Richmond, VT; and Patrick Mckenzie and Ed Sutton of Burlington, VT.

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