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Jeannine Pasini Beekman
Age-old tales are given new life through the fresh interpretations of Jeannine Pasini Beekman. Known for the wit, passion and integrity of her work, listeners of all ages are enthralled and delighted by her vivid characterizations and masterful use of language. As a nationally acclaimed storyteller, each story in her encyclopedic cross-cultural repertoire becomes a polished gem through her artful use of voice, gesture and movement.
11 AM – 11:30 AM
Storytelling Tent
Sherry T. Broussard
Sherry T. Broussard lives in Lafayette, Louisiana and has entertained audiences of children and adults with her innovative, interactive, and lively storytelling performances for more than twenty years. Broussard performs stories for audiences throughout the state and has performed in Texas and in Tennessee. Broussard has earned several education degrees and her last master degree is in Reading and Storytelling from East Tennessee State University.
10:15 AM – 10:45 AM
Storytelling Tent
Dianne de Las Casas
Dianne de Las Casas is an award-winning author and storyteller who tours internationally presenting author programs, educator/librarian training, and workshops. Her performances have been dubbed "revved-up storytelling." Her children's books include The Cajun Cornbread Boy, Madame Poulet & Monsieur Roach, Mama's Bayou, The Gigantic Sweet Potato, There's a Dragon in the Library, The House That Witchy Built, and Blue Frog: The Legend of Chocolate. Visit her website at storyconnection.net.
11 AM – 11:30 AM
Capitol Welcome Center, Glass Room
The House That Witchy Built
Book Signing
1:15 PM – 2:00 PM
3:30 PM – 4 PM
Storytelling Tent
Lynda Deniger
Louisiana children's author Lynda Deniger's overwhelming success with Salty Seas & His Heroic Friends makes her the perfect storyteller to relate the heartbreaking events of the Gulf oil spill. Her latest book Patti Pelican and the Gulf Oil Spill provides the details in an educational, yet uplifting way for children worldwide. Her engaging interactive drama includes the adorable "Rub-A-Dub, Two Birds in a Tub" song that delights children of all ages.
2:45 PM – 3:15 PM
Storytelling Tent
Oneal Isaac
Oneal A. Isaac was a chemist for twenty years prior to becoming a professional actor and storyteller in 1995. He has worked in motion pictures, professional and community theater, television, improvisational comedy and public radio. Isaac is a recipient of the prestigious Louisiana Division of the Arts State Fellowship Award in theater.
11:45 AM – 12:15 PM
Storytelling Tent
Rick Kelley
Rick Kelley is a graduate from the University of Michigan with a Bachelors in Music Education. He is a former teacher who has taught in both Southern California and Chicago area schools. Rick Kelley's award-winning, interactive, energetic and extremely fun performances are designed to inspire people to get involved!
Rick Kelley's appearance made possible by a grant from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
4:15 PM – 5:15 PM
Entertainment Stage
Musical Performance
Music from the 50s, 60s and 70s
(Both Fiction and NonFiction)
Phil Melancon
Philip Melancon is a musician and storyteller from New Orleans who brings to each performance the rich history that makes his city unique. From "Popeye and Pals" children's television to the tuxedoed Pontchartrain Hotel to the bohemian Neutral Ground Coffeehouse, he acts as a caretaker of Crescent City culture.
2 PM – 2:30 PM
Storytelling Tent
The Magic of David Wonders
The Magic of David Wonders is presented by David Gish, a professional entertainer with over 25 years of experience. He began in children's ministry and still maintains connection with the Child Evangelism Fellowship. He and his wife Linda own and operate Tract and Friends Family Entertainment with the goal of presenting educational and inspirational entertainment for libraries and public schools.
4:15 PM – 5 PM
Storytelling Tent
Rose Anne St. Romain
An author and award-winning storyteller, Rose Anne St. Romain toured with Jimmy Buffett after he saw her tell stories at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. Her first book, Moon's Cloud Blanket, for which Kirkus Reviews dubbed her a "master storyteller," won three national literary awards.
1:15 PM – 1:45 PM
Storytelling Tent
2 PM – 2:30 PM
Capitol Welcome Center, Glass Room
Monsieur Durand's Grosse Affaire
Book Signing
2:45 PM – 3:30 PM
Storytelling by SLIS
Youth services students from the LSU School of Library and Information Science entertain with a half-hour of lively stories from around the world sure to please folks of all ages.
12:30 PM – 1 PM
Storytelling Tent