I was six years old when the acting bug bit me.  To this day, I continue to dream and live my passion as an actress and a storyteller.  It is the perfect fit for someone who loves literature and is very expressive! 

I even found a way to incorporate all my theatre training into my telling. I started 'storyacting' with young people aged 3-10, which enables them to tell stories with me.

My offerings include programs, workshops, character portrayals, and what I call "Rent-A-Paddy".   

And remember, my programs can be partially funded by The Illinois Arts Council.

Programs include:

• Storyacting ("Color My World")
• Stories from around the world ("Kaleidoscope")
• Native American legends ("Peace Pipe Tales")
• Stories of mystery and intrigue ("Chillers")

Workshops include:

• Storyacting (including theme-based workshops such as SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS, CINDERELLA, THE LITTLE MERMAID, ALICE AND WONDERLAND, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, and )FAIRIES
• Multicultural storyacting
• Drama Daze
• Funny Bones
• Spoofy Story Theatre

Character Portrayals

• Letters from the Oregon Trails
• Meet Emily Dickinson, the Belle of Amherst
• Stories of Lake County ("Tidbits of Lake County")

Whether you are looking for a program to suit the needs of the very young, or even the young at heart, I'm certain I have a program for you!

Are you looking for something fun and exciting to bring to your school or center? Why not invite me to come in and share the wonderful world of storytelling and acting with your students? I will custom design a program that fits your needs. Contact me to discuss the endless possibilities.