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Award winning songwriter of music for children. Three ALA awards, five GRAMMY considerations, six Parents’ Choice Gold Awards.
Tours internationally.
Cost: $300. Discounts for multiple branch bookings
Ages of Audience: 5-12 years old
Will travel? Yes

Cost: Variable

Ages of Audience: Children, teens, and adults

Will travel? Yes

Smallest audience: N/A

Largest audience: 350

Libraries where performed: Many libraries for a variety of audiences throughout Florida, Illinois, Wisconsin and in other states including two years at the Chicago Public Library Summer Reading Series with concerts at 40 libraries each time. (Children)

A professional entertainer for over thirty years, Dan’s talents have taken him literally around the world performing in such exotic locations as Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Singapore, The Bahamas, Las Vegas, on luxury cruise ships, in Revue Shows, and comedy clubs throughout the US, and for many Fortune 500 Companies.

In addition to being a first-rate performer for adults, Dan Christopher is considered to be one of the finest and most capable children’s entertainers in the country. He is also a familiar face to many, and Dan and his puppet pals have been seen regularly on children’s television shows broadcast throughout the nation!

Cost: Varies depending on travel and number of area bookings
Ages of Audience: Shows available for both children/family and adult audiences
Will travel? Yes
Smallest audience: 20
Largest audience: 1,500
Libraries where performed: Numerous libraries throughout Florida

Cost: $125 per hour unless travel is required further than 75 miles.

Ages of Audience: Any age

Will travel? Yes

Smallest/largest audience: Any size audience

Libraries where performed: Alachua County

Creating art for and with communities.

Gateway’s programs are made possible in part by support from the Fulton County Commissioners under the guidance of the Fulton County Arts Council ,The City of Atlanta, Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs, and individual contributors through Power2Give/Atlanta and Sevanada Natural Foods Market’s Be the Change program.

I am known as the best children’s entertainer in Florida. I am also the only ventriloquist for children in Florida. I use several puppets in my show all with different voices and personalities. My shows are funny, fun, silly, exciting, engaging, and hilarious to say the least. I also mix in some kids magic; magic that is colorful and full of surprises; magic that makes the adults’ jaw drop and the kids scream. I create a new show every year for the summer reading program in libraries to align with their theme. And I create a special show for schools who want a specific message promoting reading or math or science. My show features ventriloquism, funny magic, marionettes, and audience participation that will have everyone laugh out loud, scream for joy, and just put a smile on their faces. I love making people happy and my entertainment does just that.

NEW for 2027

Mysteries of the Un-X-Plained

Every mystery needs a good detective.
Book now for your 2027 library show!
Get ready for a fun-filled mystery adventure packed with magic, laughter, surprises, and kid-friendly suspense!
In this exciting library show, young audiences become junior investigators as they help solve strange case files, uncover mysterious clues, and discover that every great mystery is even better with a little imagination. From puzzling props to magical surprises, this show is designed to keep kids laughing, thinking, and participating from start to finish.
Perfect for libraries, summer reading programs, and family audiences, Roy Stone brings years of experience as a children’s entertainer, magician, author, and storyteller to create a show that is funny, mysterious, interactive, and completely family-friendly.

The fee is $375 for a 45-minute presentation, with an additional $40 travel surcharge for locations exceeding 120 miles from Ocala.

Roy Stone – Magician, Puppeteer, Storyteller & Author
Roy Stone has spent a lifetime bringing laughter, wonder, and imagination to children and families. Growing up in the colorful world of carnivals and circuses, Roy developed a love for showmanship early on—a passion that has grown into a full-time career as a family entertainer.
With more than 30 years of experience performing magic, puppetry, clowning, ventriloquism, and storytelling, Roy knows how to capture an audience’s attention and keep them smiling from start to finish. His shows are filled with larger-than-life characters, interactive puppet sidekicks, dazzling illusions, and hilarious surprises—all wrapped in heartwarming stories that remind kids of the power of imagination and the joy of being themselves.
Roy is also the author of eight children’s books, including the popular Ally Kazam series, which follows a magical rabbit with sparkling ears who learns that being different is a strength. These stories not only delight young readers but also inspire the themes of creativity and acceptance that flow through Roy’s live performances.
In addition to performing and writing, Roy is the creative mind behind JamStone Magic, where he designs and builds original props and illusions used by entertainers around the world. This blend of craftsmanship and stage artistry means his own shows are not only magical but uniquely tailored, with custom puppets and props you won’t see anywhere else.
Now based in Ocala, Florida, Roy brings his signature mix of magic, comedy, storytelling, and literary inspiration to schools, libraries, parties, and special events across the region. Whether making a puppet spring to life, weaving a funny tale, or performing a jaw-dropping illusion, Roy’s goal is always the same: to create unforgettable moments of wonder and laughter for kids and families.

Footage of performance snippets can be found here

Cost: $200.

Ages of Audience: All ages.

Will travel? Yes

Smallest audience: 10

Largest audience: 100

Libraries where performed: Duval, Alachua, and Clay counties

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“Cost:  $225-$300 for local branches (within 60 miles round trip) and $275-$475 for out of town branches (up to 150 miles round trip). $500-$575 for 150-200 miles round trip. Discounts for back to back programming are available.  Please contact us for a quote that is specific to your branch’s location, number of participants, and needs.”

Ages of Audience:  PK-12th grade programs are available.  We can plan a program for your specific population at your request (e.g., elementary age, teens, etc.).

Will travel?  Yes

Smallest audience: Any

Largest audience:  100

Libraries where performed: Alachua County – Headquarters, Millhopper, Micanopy. DeLand – Main. Jacksonville – various branches. Flagler County – various branches. St. Johns County – Bartram, Ponte Vedra. Marshes of Glenn/Brunswick, Satilla, Willacoochee (GA). South Florida – various branches in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties.

Cost: $225 plus travel over 90 miles from home

Ages of Audience:  Over 8 years old

Will travel?  Yes

Smallest audience:  2

Largest audience:  100

Libraries where performed:  St John’s Public Library System, Main and Southeast Branches; Flagler

County Library in Palm Coast.