| Penina
Adelman 617-965-8309 243 Upland Road, Newtonville, MA 02460 padelman@jfcsboston.org Stories from Eden Onward! Penina Adelman, author of the recent children’s book, The Bible from Alef to Tav and Miriam’s Well: Rituals for Jewish Women Around the Year, tells original and traditional stories from the Torah. She also tells stories of immigrants in Israel and the United States and spiritual seekers everywhere. She conducts workshops on Creating Stories from Questions: Following in the Footsteps of the Rabbis and The Jewish Story as a Tool for Healing. |
Bonnie
Greenberg 617-244-2884 63 Gould Road, Newton, MA 02468 BBonnieG@aol.com www.jamcorp.com/bonnie.htm Bonnie’s vibrant, engaging stories are rooted in her love of people, her Appalachian childhood, and her experiences in Israel. She opens hearts of all ages and connects listeners with tradition, memories, and images of life’s possibilities. Guitar and audience participation accompany her multi-cultural themes. Her audiocassette won two national awards and she is the CAJE national coordinator for the Storytelling Network. “Bonnie, a storyteller of uncommon depth, tells with great power, integrity, & courage.” Jay O’Callahan |
Sydelle
Pearl 617-277-6488 Brookline MA Sydelle Pearl invites children and families to help her bring original stories and folktales to life by involving them with songs and creative dramatics. Sydelle offers workshops in teaching creative writing through storytelling for children and teachers. Her book Elijah’s Tears—Stories for the Jewish Holidays was published by Henry Holt. Author visits can be arranged. |
| Marthajoy Aft
617-277-9838 51 John Street #104, Brookline, MA 02446 Marthajoy brings Biblical figures, eagles, giants and angels to life at her storytelling programs. Programs are presented for audiences from preschool to seniors, including holidays or stories on a special theme, as requested. Family programs are of special enjoyment. Marthajoy is editor of Neshoma, a Jewish women’s spirituality quarterly. |
Vida Hellmann
401-253-3762 90 Bay Street #127, Bristol, RI 02809 Vida specializes in stories for adults from contemporary American Jewish experience—primarily humorous anecdotes on relationships, children and other stress-free phenomena (for example: Wedding Trilogy, and Tarnished Dreams in the Golden Land.) “A blend of humor and pathos—hilarious yet moving. Our audience loved her fresh approach.” Leslie Robbins, Coord, Jewish Storytelling Festival of Toronto |
Steve Rosenthal
508-655-2442 12 Mark St, Natick, MA 01760 sr@ultranet.com Steve enjoys reaching out to audiences as he tells stories from around the world and from the soul. Drawing upon his background as businessman, sailor, and parent, Steve tells tales of ennoblement. From sea stories to children’s fables to Jewish folktales Steve presents with love and respect for both story and listener. “Steve’s voice fills the room!” Doug Lipman |
| Katy Allen &
Gabi Mezger 508-358-5996 237 Old Connecticut Path, Wayland, MA 01778 Yad B’Yad gmezger@lynx.neu.edu Katy Allen and Gabi Mezger perform as the duo Yad B’Yad. With their unique blend of original songs and stories, they enrapture both children and adults. In the context of nature or Jewish tradition, Katy’s stories gently confront universal themes such as friendship and self-awareness. Gabi’s upbeat and lively songs, in both Hebrew and English, are interwoven into the stories. |
Dee Ellen Lee
518-475-9408 44 Marsdale Court, Selkirk, NY 12158 Dee, a professional storyteller, has presented workshops and residencies in schools, camps, libraries, hospitals and museums. When working with children she uses puppets and tells stories that invite participation. Adults appreciate her sophisticated tales of strong women, love and success that are a part of her presentations for more mature audiences. |
Henry (Hank)
Savin 860-447-0057 PO Box 3, New London, CT 06320 hsavin@snet.net Tales of all Ages & Tales for all Ages! In every generation, a few true storytellers inherit the rhythm and feel of the Jewish soul. Henry, one of those fortunate few, weaves words around us until we are in the very heart of the story. Let Henry weave his words at your bar/bas mitzvah, shabbaton, simcha or school. “It was amazing . . . a master storyteller at work!” Allen Turner, Lay Rabbi |
| Shelby Allen
617-262-9049 61 Commonwealth Ave, Boston MA 02116 ElmTrees@aol.com Jewish stories, all kinds. Featuring Jewish women, modern midrashim, history and holidays. Group participation and lots of fun. Ei, gut! |
Betty Lehrman
508-877-9738 88 Flanagan Dr, Framingham, MA 01701 blehrman@neaccess.net A professional storyteller since 1978, Betty brings folktales, original and family stories and contemporary literature to audiences of all ages. Her repertoire includes The Blue Shawl, a historical narrative. “She cast a spell with her humor, her vibrancy, her sensitivity & her extraordinary story-telling gift. In my time as Hillel Rabbi, I have not heard a better teller.” Albert Axelrad, Chp/Dir, Brandeis University Hillel |
Yana Sherman
617-232-8726 413 Washington Street Brookline, MA 02446 Yana Sherman can move an audience to tears or laughter, and occasionally do both at the same time. She tells traditional Jewish tales as well as warm family remembrances. Though she is a seasoned teacher of young children, Yana also has a repertoire of stories for adults. Her love of yiddishkeit shines through each story. |
| Marilyn Bentov 617-969-8022 280 Newtonville Ave #406, Newton, MA 02460 Marilyn is an intense, dramatic storyteller. Her Jewish stories, mostly taken from the experiences of people in our times, reflect a passionate understanding of Jewish values and strong themes of courage and healing. Marilyn has performed for hospitals, churches and temples, women’s groups and senior associations throughout New England. “What a world she creates!” Community Builders |
Rona Leventhal
413-259-1308 PO Box 495, Hadley, MA 01035 Rona is a Storyteller, Creative Movement/Drama Specialist, Arts Educator and Environmental Educator. She weaves drama, movement, songs, humor and audience participation into a joyful sense of community. Rona touches on tzedakah (giving), kavannah (intention), and living more clearly with the sacred in ourselves, others, and the earth. She tells also for fun! Rona tours nationally and abroad. She tells stories and presents workshops and residencies for children and adults. - Mass Cultural Council approved Artist. |
Victor Walter
617-566-2158 204 Aspinwall Ave, Brookline MA 02446 manush@bu.edu Victor is a magician who leads you into the kingdom of imagination. Exploring the rich tradition of Jewish magic, his stories are illuminated by magical effects. They recover the experience of enchantment. “Victor Walter allows us to capture the marvelous that lives perennially in the human soul.” Gladys Swan. “This magician, Walter, is a Levite with the power of levitation.” Pinchas Gold. |
| Judith Black
781-631-4417 33 Prospect Street, Marblehead, MA 01945 jbtales@shore.net http://www.shore.net/~jbtales/ From the Montreal Comedy Festival to the National Storytelling Festival, Judith’s stories illuminate our biblical and cultural roots while seeking to create a new forum for contemporary Jewish lives and issues. “Judith Black should be sought after for her wisdom, for her wit, and for her genuine warmth, which she abundantly shares with all.” Jewish Advocate |
Barbara Lipke
617-244-5606 799 Commonwealth Ave, Newton Centre, MA 02459 Barbara’s traditional and original tales tickle your funny bone, bring tears, or have you shivering on the edge of your seat. Professional storyteller since 1982, veteran teacher, charter member of LANES and the Storytelling Committee of the National Council of Teachers of English, Barbara is the author of Figures, Facts, and Fables: Telling Tales in Science and Math. |
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| Sara deBeer
860-561-5905 1378 Boulevard, West Hartford, CT 06119 Sara deBeer combines her vast experience as a teller of international folktales with a love of her own Jewish heritage. Whether performing for students or entertaining adults at a banquet, Sara holds listeners of all ages spellbound as she breathes life into stories from both Ashkenazic and Sephardic traditions. One speciality is Women of Wisdom, Women of Faith. |
Doug Lipman 781-391-3672 PO Box 441195, West Somerville, MA 02144 doug@storypower.com http://www.storypower.com Doug tells from the heart. Interspersed with guitar, flute, and button accordion, his tales glow with the things that matter, such as courage, love, and good humor. He has performed from coast to coast and from Alaska to New Zealand. Widely respected as a performer, writer and coach, Doug is a board member of NSA and a leader in the storytelling revival. “To hear Doug Lipman tell stories is to want to learn to tell stories yourself.” Boston Sunday Globe |
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| Ina R. Friedman
617-277-5812 311 Dean Rd, Brookline MA 02445 Fx: 617-277-4592 Award winning author of three books on the Holocaust, Inna relates stories of Christian and Jewish resistance to the Nazis. Dramatic and inspiring, her stories provide role models for young people today. Suitable for all ages and for ecumenical gatherings. “Not only were her stories perfect for the occasion, but her presentation was outstanding.” William E Holbrook, Westwood Interfaith Council. |
Bruce Marcus
617-628-6526 50 Chandler Street, Somerville, MA 02144 Bruce tells lively, original tales for adults, seniors and older children. He tells humorous and poignant personal and family stories, as well as fictional and traditional material. Since 1990 Bruce has delighted audiences in venues from First Night to Tellabration; at Jewish and secular events; festivals; radio and TV. Don’t miss his crowd-pleasing trademark rhymes! “Bruce is a marvelous storyteller. The bright light of his spirit shines through his tales.” Brother Blue |
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| Hanna Bandes
Geshelin, M.Ed. PO Box 363 Worcester, MA 01602 508-791-3982 habage@msn.com Hanna enthralls audiences from 8-108, bringing Jewish and inspirational stories to life. Folks from Maine to Alaska have enjoyed her top-rated performances, family education programs, and workshops on storytelling, spirituality, and values. A prize-winning storyteller and writer, she was a member of the Jewish National Fund Performing Artists Troupe. “I laughed, cried, and even learned a lot about my heritage.” Laurie Schwartz |
Cindy Rivka Marshall
617-244-9953 PO Box 610143, Newton Highlands, MA 02461 Cmars13@aol.com Using movement and song, Cindy performs for all ages telling Jewish folktales and midrashic stories for Shabbat, Hanukkah, Pesach; stories of wisdom and foolishness; tales of Elijah the Prophet, and stories of her grandparents. Cindy offers workshops in oral history and storytelling. Her audio tape, Challah and Latkes: Stories for Shabbat and Hanukkah won a 1998 Storytelling World Honor Award. “Marshall conveys joy, sadness, humor and more.” Hadassah Magazine |
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Barbara-Ann Paster
baptales@nh.ultranet.com 100 Front St, Exeter, NH 03833 603-772-6444 Barbara-Ann Paster tells Jewish and international stories with intensity and a love for the medium. Engaging and thought provoking tales drawn from classic Hassidic sources, Midrashim, from oral history, holiday observances, or from the wealth of supernatural tales surrounding Lilith and Jewish demonology; storytelling as living history from Safed to the Kotel. “A storyteller to take seriously.” Doug Lipman |
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