Family entertainer Chris Fascione's interactive, comedic performances of children's literature have been enjoyed in school assembly programs, libraries, park districts, and special events from coast to coast for over 15 years, reaching more than 1,000,000 children. His shows delight students, teachers, principals and parents alike. "From the moment your program started, we knew that we had hit a home run!" -- PTA, Eader Elementary School, Huntington Beach, CA As a professional storyteller/actor, Chris incorporates his acting, storytelling, mime, juggling and comedic skills to both entertain and lead children into the world of books, promoting literacy and a love of reading. Chris is a "Storytelling World" award-winner, has been featured through "Reading is Fundamental," highlighted at the Illinois and Connecticut Storytelling Festivals, and has appeared on several children's television programs. A Connecticut College and Eugene O'Neill Theater Center graduate, Chris performs over 300 shows each year. He lives in Oak Park, Illinois with his wife Diane, sons Nicholas and Andrew, and Buddy the dog. "Chris Fascione is the most talented literature-based storyteller in America today. "If you have one program in your school or library this year, make sure it is his. Your audience will thank you." -- Esme Raji Codell, author of Educating Esme, Diary of a Teacher's First Year, How to Get Your Child to Love Reading, Vive La Paris, and Sahara Special. 

Learning Skills, Literature, Motivational

Literature Description:

Grades K-5, Pre-K School

Illinois