Patti creates a magical program for all ages, enjoying the enthusiasm of rollicking fun stories and songs with plenty of participation. From fun to serious, inspirational to instructional, Patti brings her whole self to sharing stories. She works in many different venues and is a favorite as a keynote and at birthday and holiday parties.

(760) 732-0117
patti@pattistory.com
www.pattistory.com

Oceanside, CA

James shares his love of arts, education and entertainment in many ways: as public speaker, workshop leader, writer, vocal artist, actor, illusionist, chef and as a Story Theatre Performer. Shakespeare said "All the world is a stage. . . " James took that to heart. He brings his passion and theatrical energy to every performance.

(760) 583-9578
james@patchworkplayers.com
www.jamesstorymagic.com

Vista, CA

The Patchwork Players are storytelling duo James Nelson-Lucas and Patti Christensen. Are they storytellers? Are they actors? Yes! It's STORY THEATRE, combining the best of storytelling, improvisational theatre, and audience participation. They are a high energy, fun, and engaging pair who delight and beguile audiences of all ages.

(760) 732-0117
info@patchworkplayers.com
www.patchworkplayers.com

Oceanside, CA

Harlynne Geisler has been a professional storyteller since 1980, entertaining in schools, libraries, museums, parties, and festivals nationwide. "Almost at once, Harlynne's enticing voice sweeps you through the land of make-believe and into a dream world where castles in the air really do exist." Star-News newspaper. Many different shows available.

voice (858) 569-9399...........fax (858)569-0205
5361 Javier St.
San Diego, CA 92117-3215
storybag@juno.com
www.swiftsite.com/storyteller

San Diego, CA

Nancy McQuillan is a Storyteller/Librarian specializing in humorous mountain tales, participation stories, and tales with a "twist." She loves to involve her audience in the tale and will tell a story anytime, anywhere.

(619) 255-6099
3329 Brant St.
San Diego, CA 92103
story1@pobox.com
Nancy@cyrina.com
www.cyrina.com

San Diego , CA

Chardi Christian is one of Australia's leading storytellers, working in Theater-in-Education since 1984. In California, she has performed at many venues, including SDSU and the "Cosmic Evolution and Big History" conference at San Louis Obispo. She has performed as a storyteller in South Africa, England, Finland, New Zealand, and the USA.

4162 Marian St.
La Mesa. CA 91941
chardichristian@yahoo.com
www.soultotem.com

La Mesa, CA

Linda was raised on tall tales from her father, Native American stories from her Choctaw grandmother, and folk and fairytales from her mother. Since beginning her storytelling career in 1993, she has performed and taught storytelling throughout Southern California. She has told, taught, and lectured at schools from Elementary through University, and at many other venues.

(949) 240-1896
27272 Calle Anejo
Capistrano Beach, CA 92624
storytaler@hotmail.com
www.lkpstoryteller.com

Capistrano Beach, CA

STORIES TO TEACH, ENTERTAIN & HEAL
Joan's stories celebrate the courage of the human spirit. With warmth and humor she shares front porch yarns and stories to wake us up to the beauty of the natural world. Joan's colorful stories often include costumes, lively songs, ethnic instruments and joining in activities

858-689-0071
storiesbyjoan@hotmail.com

San Diego, CA

Recognized as a powerfully motivating storyteller, gifted seminar leader, and critical listening coach with the ability to simultaneously educate, inspire and delight. With over 20 years’ experience speaking nationally, Diane uses a richly expressive, whole-body style of storytelling to deliver vivid images that are easy to hold & translate into action.

949-361-3035
dfwyzga@attglobal.net
Website address: under construction

San Clemente, CA

Join the Spinning Wheel Players for a festive journey through cultures! This creative duo spins yarns with storytelling, music and puppets. Come ready to participate as actors, rhythm instrument players, puppeteers, or just sit back and enjoy the merriment. Eduardo Garcia and Mindy Donner are looking for you!

Bilingual (English/Spanish) Programing Available

619-265-7227
Spinwheel777@earthlink.net

San Diego CA

Native American Storyteller

Abel Silvas is a gifted storyteller - and evoking laughter is his specialty. An actor, mime and comedian, Abel studied mime under Marcel Marceau and has appeared in comedy clubs throughout Southern California performing a stand-up routine. He was the subject of a 30-minute KPBS television special titled "The Legend Of Grandfather Running Grunion."

858-274-1326
abel25@kumeyaay.info
www.kumeyaay.info/whoswho/biography/abel_silvas/

San Diego, CA

Reiko Obata and Steven Gregory tell musical folk tales from around the world (Japanese, African/African-American, Latin American, Amazon rainforest). Reiko provides musical accompaniment on authentic instruments (koto, drums, rattles, shakers, guitar, flutes, guiros) and Steven tells the stories. Participatory shows allow the audience to play instruments or sing along with the story. They are available for schools, libraries, and other public or private venues.

858-483-6018
sdkoto@sans.rr.com
musicalfolktales.itgo.com

San Diego CA

Mexican-American storyteller Panchita offering bilingual English-Spanish storytelling programs for children, families and adult audiences. Audiences throughout the region have delighted in hearing Panchita share about her work in the Chicano Movement and experiences as a child coming to California from Mexico as well as her wealth of knowledge of Spanish language folktales.  Also popular as an educator and parenting teacher.

760-451-0286
panchitacevedo@yahoo.com

Fallbrook CA

Colombian-American bilingual storyteller is returning to storytelling after 5 years teaching high school history in Virginia. An active and engaging storyteller, children delight in the voices she uses to embody stories from Africa and Latin America. Melissa can customize programs to follow any theme, and is available for elementary schools, middle schools or day-care centers.

(619)938-3274
magudelo1@yahoo.com

San Diego CA

If you are a storyteller serving San Diego County and wish to join this list, please send your name, contact information, a written description (50 words max) and a photo by email to info@patchworkplayers.com or by mail to The Patchwork Players, 1909 Comanche St., Oceanside, CA 92056.