The Rocky Mountain Storytellers
2010
Directory of Storytellers and Resources
Alphabetical Listing of Tellers
680 Tantra Drive
Boulder, CO 80305
Home Phone: 303-494-6407
E-Mail: lbatlin@aol.com
Web: http://www.lindabatlin.com/
Linda spins stories for all ages. Programs include multicultural folk tales from around the world, tales of significant women from Colorado history, animal, ghost, Asian stories, puppets and more! She is a contributing author in two “Tummy Tale” books.
John Beach
Loveland, CO
Home Phone: 970-663-0376
Cell Phone: 307-889-8859
E-Mail: wyomingteller@msn.com
Web: Storyteller's Rendezvous
John Beach tells a combination of folktales, tall tales, true tales and traditional tales specializing in programs for schools and libraries. With a Western setting and adding the music of banjo, harmonica, dulcimer, kazoo and your venue will come to life!
Linda Boettcher
560 S. Xenon Ct.
Denver, CO 80228
Home Phone: 303-984-2225
E-mail: jcspellbinders@comcast.net
Gwen Bonilla — Storycrafters
Cellphone: 720-218-5240
E-Mail: storycrafters@gmail.com
Web: www.storycrafterscolorado.com
Gwen's multi-sensory storytelling technique will delight and tame the most unruly of classrooms. Using folktales, role-play, and crafts, Storycrafters will help kids bring stories to life! Great for classrooms, birthday parties, after school clubs, and birthday parties!
Laura Lee Booze
12527 W. 69th Ave.
Arvada, CO 80004
Home Phone: 303-421-3434
Cell: 303-829-8795
E-mail: lbooze@usa.comLAURA BOOZE is a teller of Jack Tales from the Appalachian region of Virginia. One of the most well known stories is Jack and the Bean Stalk. “I grew up in rural Virginia and fell in love with these stories about that scamp, Jack, who could be lazy, but through wit, tricks, and sometimes the help of a mysterious old man, always came out on top. I’ve acted in theater for fifteen years. Now I am branching out into storytelling… specializing in my beloved Jack. I use the dialect of the Appalachia area to add flavor to my tales.” Program length and chosen stories are suited to the make-up of my audience.
2445 Benton Street
Edgewater, CO 80214
Cellphone: 303-947-3408
E-mail: rcwriter@msn.com
Web: www.DaedalusRising.comWith a mellifluous voice and a passionate heart, Robert entertains and inspires young and old with recreations of ancient legend and myth. The wisdom within the stories resonates with the experiences and values of ordinary people in modern times, awakening dreams and offering direction.
Frankie Colton
P.O. Box 220
Sanford, CO 81151
Homephone: 719-274-8953
Cellphone: 719-580-1479
E-mail: frankiecolton@yahoo.com
Frankie has loved stories since she wore out her copy of Grimms Fairy Tales as a child. Her background in Anthropology and love of music combine as she tells tales of Gypsies, Heroes, and Nature, as well as personal stories. She has worked with children of all ages in preparing for storytelling festivals. Preservation of personal stories is of great importance in our world today. Workshops to help identify and preserve your personal stories are available.
Rosie Cutrer
6033 SW 38th Street
Topeka KS 66610
Home Phone: 785-271-1982
E-mail: rcutrer2@cox.net
Web: http://www.rosiecutrer.com
Rosie Cutrer, enchants all ages with stories and music. With a BA in theate and 23 years as a teacher she knows how to entertain and educate. She tells folktales, ghost stories, original tales, stories based on literature & plays old time banjo.
8258 Balsam Way
Arvada, CO 80005
Home Phone: 303-810-9806
Work Phone: 720-329-0869
E-Mail: reneefaja@hotmail.com
Awarded the Colorado Humanities award for Return of the Corn Mothers, coauthor of Holy Mole Gucamole, co-editor of Pinch A Lotta Enchiladas and two other Tummy Tale series books, this interactive teller focuses on Mexica, Native, Creation, healing and familia tales.
Pam Faro
12242 Wolff Drive
Broomfield, CO 80020
Home phone: 303-828-2267
Email: pamfaro@juno.com
Website: www.pamfaro.com
Since 1988 Pam has performed/taught/coached across the US and in Australia. Worldwide folktales, Span/Eng bilingual stories, interfaith story programs - with music, energy & fun! Two programs of note: the true survival tale, Uncle Olaus Survives the Titanic; a family-roots story, Looking for Grandpa's Island.
Resources:
"Andalusian Trilogy: Stories of Jews, Christians and Muslims of Medieval Spain" CD - stories and music from then, for now. "Why Didn't I Think of That?" CD - worldwide folktales of seeking solutions: smart, silly and sassy. Order directly from Pam, pamfaro@juno.com.
Virginia Fox
4342 Snowbird Avenue
Broomfield, CO 80020
Home & Work Phone: 720-887-1268
E-mail: foxtales1@msn.com
Virginia is a powerful storyteller and author. Her stories of hope, love and laughter will fill your heart. Multi-cultural, nature, history, the West, children’s programs, inspirational and holidays.
Resources:
CD "The Butterfly and other Tales of Wisdom." Purchase directly from Virginia. Contact information above.
Karen Faciane
Aurora, CO 80017
cellphone: 303-918-0784
E-mail: stories4thought@hotmail.com
Karen has been a "talker" for some time, and has shared many stories of inspiration and encouragement over the years. You could say "Stories 4 Thought"! General old favorites from your childhood to folktales to the multicultural experience. The audience will experience that "good feeling" as she shares her stories with wit, laughter,and audience participation.
Denis Gessing, “The Ol’ Storyteller” “The Celtic Cowboy”
3154 West Denver Place.
Denver CO 80211
Home Phone: 303-433-7862
Cell Phone: 303-550-7829
E-mail: olteller@msn.com
Denis Gessing tells a variety of stories for audiences of all ages. “The American Irish Seanachi”— Stories from Ireland. “The Ol’Storyteller”— folk, western, tall tales. “Everyman”— stories from Oscar and Flo’s Chit-Chat Café.
Kids love “Rickity-Tickity- Man” used in his Pioneer Program and “The Talking Stick,” used in his After School Storytelling Workshop.
Resources: Young Adult Novel – “Midnight and the Magical Prairie Schooner” – a mystical family saga, takes place in the west, Ireland, and the otherworld.View Denis' Video (Flash version)
View Denis' Video (MP4 version for mobile devices)
Resources:
Young Adult Novel - Midnight and the Magical Prairie Schooner – a mystical family saga, for young adults, takes place in the west, Ireland, and the otherworld.
$16.00 plus tax. Also available at booklocker.com and Amazon.com
485 Kendall Street
Lakewood CO 80226
Home Phone: 303-233-7901
E-Mail: bchh@earthlink.net
Web: www.sunnymariehackman.comSunny Marie Hackman * Examines significance * Faces fear * Explores success through the Life and Humor of Minnie Pearl. Sunny has an unique ability to draw emotions from an audience and challenge them in unexpected ways using Erma Bombeck style humor and Lily Tomlin finesse. Story themes include: Christmas, pets, motherhood, breast cancer, adoption, children with disabilities.
Nora J. Heaton
8402 Bruns Drive
Fort Collins CO 80525
Home & Work Phone: 970-669-6321
E-Mail: Norajh@earthlink.net
Age Groups & Audiences: F/E/O/G/A/W/S/T
Story performer & educator telling energizing tales from around the world using character voices, musical instruments, songs & rhythms. Success Workshops: Adapting Stories, Voices & Gestures, Strategies for Learning Stories & Audience Participation.
Julie Herrera
809 Road 7 South
Alamosa CO 81101
Home Phone: 719-589-3747
Cell Phone: 719-588-2583
E-Mail: julie@storiesbyjulie.com
Website: www.storiesbyjulie.com
Age Groups & Audiences: G-General W-Workshops T-Travel Outside Metro AreaJulie tells folktales from around the world, literary stories, and original stories. She is a retired librarian and teacher with 40 years as an educator in grades K-12 who can let you know how to work storytelling into today’s educational standards. Let her entertain and instruct your kids!
Colleen Jayne
371 Logan Mill Road
Boulder, CO 80302
Home Phone: 303-442-7085
E-mail: colleenj@indra.com
Web: www.indra.com/~colleenj
The story can’t be told without the listener. Celebrate and experience the adventure of story as a part of your life journey. Stories to nurture, inspire, comfort and bring laughter.
Susan Kaplan, M.S.W., M.P.A.
PO Box 102379
Denver Colorado 80250-2379
Home & Work Phone: 303-871-8469
E-mail: kaplan@earthlink.net
Web: www.susankaplanmsw.com
Storyteller & Story Listener - Educational & Applied Storytelling through Performances, Workshops, Residency and Coaching: Peace & nonviolence stories and skills (Peace Wrestling & Peace in the Family), Orphan Train Riders, Wisdom Stories, and Applied Story for Professionals. See Web for listings and Seasonal Newsletter.
Rosalyn Kirkel
255 Grape Street
Denver CO 80220-5758
Phone: 303-322-8396
E-mail: rkirkel@gmail.com
Rosalyn charms audiences with her dramtaic flair, animation and warmth; touches hearts as she tells amazing true-life stories of the Holocaust;brings to life immigrant/pioneer experience; informs & tickles the funny bone with stories of Eastern Europe & growing older. Rosalyn has performed in many venues in the US and abroad.
429 West 6th Street
Loveland, CO 80537
Phone: 970-613-1197
E-mail: katy@katystales.com
Web: www.katystales.com
Katy shares stories of her childhood, adventures with people on her travels around the world and tales of pioneers as the made their homes in Colorado. She offers storytelling workshops and coaching. Join Katy to share your stories on STORY TIME RADIO on KRFC 88.9 FM or STREAM the WEB at www.krfcfm.org.
Kate Lutz
1592 Franklin Street
Denver CO 80218
Work Phone: 303-744-8055
Cell Phone: 303-941-1749
E-mail: katelutz@mindspring.com
Bring the outdoors inside with environmental, historical, personal & folk tales. Enjoy stories of remarkable lives: guys, gals & families. Learn to Tell Your Story Workshop. Kate speaks stories - the universal language. Audiences love her upbeat style.
Resources:
Road Rule, CD, Personal & folk tales of life's journey. Stories Trainers Tell, featured teller, book by Wacker/Silverman Programs: Critters, Rocks & Rivers; Frozen Lands; Explorers; Strong Hearted Gals; Family! Rocky Mountain People, tandem with Lev Ropes.
1601 Great Western Drive Q-1
Longmont CO 80501
Home Phone: 303-485-7541
E-mail: dano_ver@comcast.net
Web: www.danoverholser.com
Dan's stories will take you on a wondrous journey to places near and far. His enthusiastic style will make you smile, laugh, ponder, cry and perhaps heal. His stories and folktales will make events, holidays and gatherings special for all ages.
707 E. 7th St
Cheyenne, WY 82007-1627
307-632-0253
Bailey Phelps
1629 Parkside Circle
Lafayette CO 80026
Phone: (home) 303-604-2890
Email: beepee@mho.net
Website: http:/baileyphelps.wordpress.com
Bailey is a tribal member of the Cherokee Nation; his most requested program is traditional Native American stories and flute music. He also tells stories from every culture, as well as original stories ranging from the hilarious to the deeply moving.
Product listing: the book “Storied Treasure: stories and poems for telling” is a collection of some 40 original tales and poems by Bailey Phelps and Kathleen Dale. Order direct from Bailey or from the website; $15. Checkoffs: E, O, YA, G, A, S, T
500 Creekside Court
Golden CO 80403
Work & home Phone: 303-278-0177
E-mail: levropes@comcast.net
Web: www.grandbearthestoryteller.com
Grandbear (Lev Ropes), tells a variety of stories for adults and kids about people and animals (Coyote shows up a lot) who live in the West, including his cousin’s Montana Ranch. His stories range from fact to fantasy, and from humorous to heart warming.
Listen to "Coyote Comes to Dinner," from the CD, Tales of Tails from the Blue Heron Ranch. Howling courtesy of 3rd graders from Shelton Elementary.
Resources:
“Tales of Tails From the Blue Heron Ranch”
Book with 16 stories and 87 wonderful, pen-and-ink illustrations, $12
A 70-minute CD, with 9 stories from the book, $15
Book & CD pair, $25
Lev & Kate Lutz also offer a tandem performance, “Rocky Mountain People."
996 South Florence Street
Denver CO 80247-1952
Phone: 303-367-8099
E-mail: schwartstory@earthlink.net
Web: www.hamsapubs.com
Cherie has shared spirited, sustaining stories for three decades throughout the USA and abroad. She offers performances, workshops, keynotes, master classes and mentoring for all ages. Stories: Jewish, world cultures, family, original tales. Storyteller/Author-in-Residence. Cherie has been featured at many Rocky Mountain Storytellers’ Conferences.
Resources:
Cherie’s third book: Circle Spinning, Jewish Turning and Returning Tales. Artistic interwoven tapestry of worldwide Jewish stories: folktales, original stories, poetry, Midrashim, spirit-filled journey of discovery. Purchase from Cherie directly: schwartstory@earthlink.net; phone 303.367.8099
Cheri Seeton a.k.a. Merry Cheri the Clown
18 South Indiana Place
Golden CO 80401
Phone: 303-279-2419
E-mail: merrycheri@comcast.net
Original stories as well as traditional folktales with modern interpretations and twists, some incorporating music and song.
Sondra Singer, Storyteller/Musician
8935 West 4th Avenue
Lakewood CO 80226
Phone: 303-232-8768
E-mail: sondra@storydrum.com
Web: www.sondrasinger.com/
Sondra’s captivating style keeps audiences involved. Programs include African, Middle Eastern, or original tales. Sondra uses ethnic percussion or guitar and song to infuse fun. Programs for both adults and children. Member: NSN, RMSG, RMSC. Original CD.
Resources:
Stories of Rhythm and Fantasy is Sondra Singer’s Award-winning CD! 2008 Children's Music Web Award for Best Spoken Word for School-Aged Children! Story samples and more information at www.storydrum.com and on www.cdbaby.com.
Brenda Stern
P.O. Box 2112
Basalt, CO 81621
Home Phone: 970-927-3275
Cell: 970-379-0735
E-mail: Brenda2206@aol.com
14 South Carr Street
Lakewood CO 80226-1364
Phone: 303-233-9391
E-mail: CelloCarol@aol.com
Tales and folklore from many places are enhanced by the music of the cello. Carol combines her love of children, music and stories to bring you an informative-entertaining musical storytelling experience.
Paul Taylor
PO Box 1427
Laramie, WY 82073
Home & Work Phone: 307-721-8853
E-mail: pauldidj@gmail.com
Web: www.paultaylor.ws
Acclaimed Aussie performing artist and educator delights in celebrating the culture of his homeland through story, song, dance, painting and didjeridoo. Paul is mentored by Aboriginal Elder Yidumduma Bill Harney.
Resources:
“Cooee” – Stories and Songs from Down Under with Don Spencer. Winner of 6 awards, including Parents Choice Gold and Storytelling World Awards. "LEEDI"- Stories, songs, birds, didjeridoo from Aboriginal Elder Yidumduma Bill Harney.
Michael P. Thompson
6604 Nelson St.
Arvada, CO 80004
Home Phone: 303-420-5418
E-mail: story@michaelthompson.info
Web: http://www.michaelthompson.info
Michael brings history and culture to life through the power of story. Specializing in Irish folk tales and recreating local history, but versatile enough for nearly anything.
Jane Treat
8984 West Star Avenue
Littleton CO 80128
Home Phone: 303-904-6961
E-mail: j2t2x@comcast.net
Web: www.janetreat.com
Storyteller, adventurer and wilderness retreat guide. Stories: original, true, and traditional tales from many cultures. Program topics include: nature, community and balance; gathering strength and wisdom; courageous girls and dynamic women; stories from New Zealand; and stories of Colorado in the early 1900’s.
Elizabeth Twomey
3700 E. Jewell Ave. #520
Denver, CO 80210
Home Phone: 303-758-1482
E-email: bessietwomey@yahoo.com
765 Poppywood Drive
Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
Home phone: 303-470-9345
Cell: 303-257-3162
E-mail: mmvillano@msn.com
Kathleen Santopietro Weddel
1161 Princeton Dr.
Longmont, CO 80503
303-772-1845
santowed@msn.com
10824 W. 68th Ave.
Arvada, CO 80004
Home Phone: 303-431-7906
Cell Phone: 720-319-5172
E-mail: larene.storyma@comcast.net
Elsa Wolff is The Guitar Lady!
6371 Crestbrook Dr.
Morrison, CO 80465
Home Phone: 303-697-9399
Cell Phone: 303-229-6956
E-mail: elsa@guitarlady.com
Website: www.guitarlady.com
Elsa’s unique blend of story, song, puppets, and drama has inspired audiences young and old alike. From private gatherings to interactive sessions with elementary children and Senior Citizens, she is able to entertain, educate, and enthrall.