CEA's children's library program is a cowboy sing-along presentation that is suitable for all ages. This program is chocked full of fun facts about our nation's history, but it is so much fun that audiences may not even realize they're learning! We openly invite family attendance and audience participation; in fact, we consider the audience an integral part of the show. Our presentations have proven highly effective at engaging, educating, entertaining, and inspiring, and are critically acclaimed by students and educators alike.
"Ronnie wowed our audience with his musical talents and educative skills. We were so excited to host him at Monmouth County Library. He brought out the inner singin' cowboy in everyone! Would recommend him for audiences young and old."
—Valerie Rago - Children's Program Coordinator, Monmouth County Library - Manapalan Twp., NJ
The program is targeted to audiences ranging from pre-K to 6th grade; however, all ages enjoy the performance, and we do encourage family attendance.
The performance is approximately 45-55 minutes per assembly (we recommend allocating an hour).
The performance varies depending on a number of factors such as season (and upcoming holidays). Generally, it is a spontaneous, free-form dialog and playlist that cues off of the audience and encourages audience participation. Indeed, the audience plays a big, fun role as part of the performance.
Simply call us at (732) 233-9644 or use the Booking Inquiry form directly below this section.
We book on a first-come, first-serve basis, and some institutions book two years in advance. Therefore, we recommend that you contact us for available dates as soon as you know you want to book a performance.
Absolutely; in fact, we consider the audience to be an important part of the performance! Our presentations are highly interactive, and we take the time to show the audience members their parts to sing, clap, or dance along. We have songs for which we will ask for volunteers to join us in the performance area.
We encourage you to promote the performance at least a few days in advance through posters, newsletter circulation, and communication with schools or other institutions with students who would benefit. We also encourage family attendance.
Our first priority is always to educate, or at least, to plant an educational seed that can sprout later. But our modus operandi is music, singing, and audience participation in a presentation that also promotes social participation and... just plain fun!
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