David offers two distinct and entertaining programs:
David
Costello brings his background in theater to the stage
in a one-man variety show. With ukulele accompaniment,
Costello opens with an original song. He gives a spirited
reading of his book and then draws a new monster on
the spot, created entirely by taking ideas from the
audience.
To close, David introduces us to a character from his
book a young hobgoblin who emerges tentatively from
a box to answer kids’ questions (answers are given in
Hobgoblin language and translated by David). There is
a lot to enjoy about this act, but the real appeal is
David Costello’s rapport with the young members of his
audience.
Check out the clip for a better look at what the program
is all about!
Fee: $300 for one session, $500 for 1⁄2 day plus
travel expenses for locations outside Massachusetts.
People often ask an author, “Where do you get your ideas?”
David Costello will lead the audience in a brainstorming session
to create a new story. He will draw the illustrations as the
kids generate the plot line.
Then the audience can sit back and enjoy two stories: The One-trick Wizard and the Egg, a story by David
Hyde Costello told with paper puppets, and the illustrated story
they just made up. Afterward, David will provide a printable
computer file of the new story with the illustrations and text.
Print out as many copies as you like, make revisions, let the
kids add color – it’s your story.
Overview:
Appropriate for grades K - 6
Approximate time: 45 minutes
(Plus about 10 minutes at both ends for setup and packing.)
Maximum audience size: 50
Fee: $300 for one session, $500 for 1⁄2 day
plus travel expenses for locations outside Massachusetts.
No preparation necessary.
For more information, or to schedule an event, contact David at:
(413) 687-5776 | email: dvdcstll@yahoo.com
