Deets on YSS Performers Showcase Coming Dec 8

2023 Virtual Performers Showcase

 

The 2023 Performers Showcase, presented by the WLA Youth Services Section, will connect performers with members of the Wisconsin library community through live virtual demonstrations and marketing materials offered by magicians, puppeteers, storytellers, musicians, and anyone who presents library programs for children, youth, teen, and family audiences.   

Join us online via Zoom on Friday, December 8!  We are planning for a 9 a.m. start time, however, the final schedule may be adjusted once all performers have been scheduled. 

Invitation For Presenters

We are looking for performers interested in sharing quality programming for children, teens, and/or families at a reasonable cost for Wisconsin libraries.  The showcase will give you the opportunity to deliver an abbreviated live virtual demonstration of your educational and/or entertainment act (10 minutes), followed by a five-minute Q & A session with librarians from around the state via Zoom.  All registered attendees and performers will receive a digital directory containing information about your show and contact information for booking - a great resource for libraries as they look ahead to the 2024 summer reading program!  A recording of the showcase will be made available to registered attendees for 60 days after the event.

In addition to the chance to deliver a live "commercial" for your program, the interactive event app will give you the opportunity to upload and share marketing materials with attendees.  Spaces are limited - reserve your spot today!

Performer Registration

•  Live 10-minute virtual demonstration, plus 5 minutes of Q & A with librarians and full-page listing in digital directory, plus option to share handouts and video links via event app - $75.00.
•  Full-page listing in digital directory only - $50.00.

In order to make sure your presentation goes smoothly, all performers will be asked to sign up for a brief (10 - 15 minute) pre-event Zoom meeting with WLA staff to review the event logistics, test your location, microphone, etc., and answer any questions you may have.  More details and a sign-up link will be provided once your registration is complete.  

PERFORMER REGISTRATION

 

Confirmed Presenters as of 10/19/2023

David Landau
David Stokes Frog Chorus/Animal Adventure
Duke Otherwise
Getting Excited About Science
Historic Voices
Hoop Elation
Mad Science of Milwaukee
Mark Hayward - Comedy Yo-yo Guy
Milwaukee Steve - The Musical Juggler
Mischief & Magic
Mr. Pickles
Paul Merklein
Randy Peterson, musician
Smarty Pants/The Big Balloon Show
Snake Discovery/Snake Rattle & Roll
The Spoon Man/Jim Cruise
Traveling Lantern Theatre Company
Wendy and DB
 

For Attendees

Get a jump start on your summer reading program plans at the first-ever WLA Youth Services Section (YSS) Performer Showcase.  This Zoom event will give you the chance to:

• Sample performances from a variety of library performers who offer entertaining and educational public programs for children, teens, and families.
• Interact with performers in live Q & A sessions after each demonstration.
• Communicate with other attendees through the conference app - a great way to connect with other libraries that may be interested in partnering with you to bring a performer to your area.

A digital directory of performers will be made available to attendees for future reference. Can’t attend the live virtual event? A recording of the showcase will be available to registered attendees for 60 days after the event.  A digital directory of performers will be made available to attendees for future reference.  Registration for attendees will open in October.  

Watch this WLA webpage for more details!