Story-Time With Alex
Storytelling with Lots of Energy and Bundles of Fun!
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‘Story Time With Alex’ has proved a great success for children up to the age of six. I re-enact and bring to life popular stories in rhyme that most children are familiar with in or outside of school. Although I describe myself as a "storyteller" I am from an acting background, so I perform the stories in my repertoire from memory and play all of the different characters using costume props and masks, story boards, story visuals, my physicality and voice work.
The children I perform to are always very enthusiastic and like to join in, which I encourage with repetition of catchphrases, lyrics, action and song.
Story Time, Party Time!
Looking for something different to celebrate your child’s birthday?
Entertainment that is controlled, yet super fun and engaging?
As I am a very animated and vocal story-teller, my performances last twenty five minutes per session. This, in my experience, is also the perfect length of time young children will stay seated for; especially in a fun and exciting party environment!
For birthday parties, I provide two sessions of interactive storytelling performances and twenty minutes of musical party games, storytelling trails, crafts (only available for parties of 10-12 children) and activities.
As mentioned at the stop of this page, my performances are highly engaging (probably the loudest story time session you will ever witness :D) and involve participation from the children.
My storytelling party package Is perfect for parties of up to twenty children maximum and for those aged 4-6years.
I come equipped with my own set up too, see below!
If you wish to make an enquiry, please fill in my quick contact form here.
Story Time for Festivals, Family Events and Corporate Functions
Whether you are holding a festival, family event or a ‘bring your kids to work’ day for your employees, my storytelling performances are the perfect addition to your event.
I provide interactive storytelling sessions that last twenty five minutes each and simply roll the sets out continuously throughout the day. This “short but sweet“ performance style, works perfectly if you are also hosting other forms of entertainment at your event and therefore want your guests to circulate from one activity to another. You can book as many session as you wish, however I offer a minimum of two sessions per event.
My interactive performances involve re-enactments of popular children’s stories with the use of props and engagement with the children; which I encourage with the use of repetitive words, phrases and song.
My performances are suitable for children aged 4-6years (of course older siblings are welcome)
If you wish to make an enquiry, please fill in my quick contact form here.
My Storytelling Set-Up
For all bookings, I arrive at least one hour prior to the start of my first set (or earlier for bigger events) to assemble my back drop and dress my performance space.
I perform in front of a curtain back (to give that theatrical feel) and display my props/costume accessories which I use when playing all the different characters from the books I perform.
If the venue is particularly large or outdoor, I also bring amplification in the form of a head microphone and PA speaker. Along, with foam mat flooring for the children to sit on (as shown in the picture)
This set up is always included in the performance fee and my clients really do love it. It's something different to really add that element of intrigue and excitement to your event.
Please note, if the event is outdoors the client will need to provide a tent, gazebo or some kind of shelter for me to use for my storytelling sessions.
“Alex performed for us for three afternoons at our ‘Pumpkin Trail and Treats’ event at Knebworth House. The children attending the event really enjoyed the stories. I would definitely book Alex again!”
“Within seconds Alex managed to get full attention of the group of 4-6yr olds and kept them under her spell thereon after. She was great at engaging them! I would not hesitate to recommend Alex for any birthday party.”
“Alex did a fantastic job entertaining young listeners at our Christmas story-telling event in Letchworth Town Centre. We had some brilliant feedback on her lively and engaging style and we’d have no hesitation in booking Alex again.”