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phone: (401) 265-7414
website: www.4alarmfiretruckrental.com
A real, full-size fire truck arrives at your party with lights and siren on. Children wear plastic fire hats as they begin an interactive tour of the truck and its equipment. Following the tour, a firefighter dons all his protective fire gear, including an air pack with a mask, for children to see and touch up-close. Concludes with children helping the firefighter pull a hose off the truck and squirt water. Includes favors. Program takes about 1 hour depending on the age and number of children (maximum 15). $195 including favors for 8 children ($5 each additional favor). Serving central and southern Rhode Island area.
location: 20 Alsada Rd., Swansea
phone: (508) 642-1737
email: Erin2683 [at] msn.com
website: www.FacepaintingPro.com.
Erin, the face painting pro, puts colorful paint and big smiles on children’s faces with fun designs. Erin is currently on a national tour and will resume local shows in June 2006. FDA-approved paint. No minimum or maximum number of guests. $75 first hour, $50 each additional.
contact: Ron Burgess
phone: (401) 231-2982
email: ron-burgess@cox.net
Featuring Silly Willy, the “almost famous” birthday clown. (Read more details…)
location: 18 Pinewood Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919
contact person: Lon Cerel
phone: (401)946-3183
email: magicguy@cox.net
website: www.LonCerel.com
description: LON CEREL has three times been voted RI’s Best Birthday Party Entertainer by the readers of The RI Parents’ Paper. Lon also holds the record for the Fastest Balloon Artist in the World, making over 300 different animal sculptures, as well as hearts, flowers and dinosaurs.
phone: (401) 392-4ART
email: LSilva@abrakadoodle.com
website: www.abrakadoodle.com
Ages 2-12 explore, create and learn through age-appropriate art activity promoting imaginative thinking. Dozens of project selections. Each party includes goody bags for guests and a gift for the birthday child, invitations and 45-minute art project led by experienced teacher. Prices start at $150.
phone: (401) 467-8749
email: bruce@tophatprod.com
www.tophatprod.com/bruce
Balloon artist Bruce Kalver entertains guests by twisting complex balloon sculptures of cartoon characters. Price begins at $125 and varies according to number of guests and distance traveled.
contact: Tommy James, professional magician
phone: (401) 949-1405
Children’s magic shows feature live bunny as well as balloon animals. In this one hour of comedy magic, birthday child becomes the star. Rates begin at $175.
phone: (508) 965-3489
website: www.MattRobertsMagic.com
Matt Roberts, professional magician and star of the upcoming national children’s TV series Ribert & Robert’s Wonderworld, presents comedy, magic and audience participation shows. Roberts is currently on a national tour and will resume local shows in June 2006. Prices start at $185. Shows customized according to age group.
contact: Dave Marchetti, Riverside
phone: (401) 433-4722
website: www.bestanimalexperiencesbydave.com
Hands-on animal programs, designed to be fun and educational, can be tailored to any age group beginning with nursery school. Children are invited to touch and handle many of the small animals, slippery amphibians and some common (and not-so-common) reptiles. Programs generally last one hour so all children can handle their favorites.
phone: (401) 788-0188
Patti Spencer will bring a variety of creatures which can include reptiles, birds, chinchillas and ferrets to your home for a 90-minute hands-on presentation. $175.
location: Providence, RI
contact person: Susan Paino
phone: 617-549-9228
email: susan@barefootarts.org
website: www.barefootarts.org
description: Dance. Play. Sew. Create. Barefoot Arts programs are designed to promote children’s, creative arts endeavors, as well as to spark their imaginations. New to Rhode Island, Barefoot Arts brings classes to your school, library, or community organization. Some of our most popular classes are: Story~Dance Theatre, Dance and Play, and Movin’ to the Music. We also offer fabulous and fun Artsy Parties - “creative birthday parties for artsy kids. Our new studio in the Providence area (location TBA) will open in 2011.
phone: (401) 935-9596
Musical producer Evan Gorodetsky will come to your location and entertain your guests while involving the crowd in creating and recording an original birthday song with real musical instruments, microphones, live sound system and a digital multi-track recorder. One finished mastered compact disc with the original song is included. $199 for a two-hour show.
phone: (401) 486-1327
email: Changefaces@aol.com
website: www.Beautyexpress-Makeupartistry.com
Specializing in children’s theme parties such as pretty princess, face painting, teen glamour. $50 per hour for most parties; some themes include goody bags.
phone: (401) 949-4370
email: gschiano [at] sprynet.com
Provides many professional entertainers for parties for children of all ages and adults.
phone: (401) 461-2858
email: revlakmagic@cox.net
website: www.tophatprod.com/bruce
One-hour magic show features plenty of audience participation and ends with balloon art. For ages 7 and up. Prices start at $125 depending on distance traveled, age and number of people.
phone: (401) 941-9582
Two-clown interactive show featuring balloon sculptures, games, magic and face painting, with prizes for all children and gifts for birthday child. Prices start at $115 for 12 children for 1 hour; varies according to distance traveled, number of children and length of show. Holidays slightly higher. Can accommodate larger venues.
phone: (401) 640-6453
Forty-minute comedy children’s show including magic, balloon sculptures, juggling, storytelling and face painting. Each child receives a “Bungles” coloring book. Party favors available. Fees start at $125.
phone: (401) 789-1749
email: BurtTheRacoon@aol.com
wesbsite: www.BurtTheRaccoon.com
40-minute puppet shown and nature story. $165.
locaton: Attleboro
phone: (508) 761-0716
website: www.kidsmagicshows.com
Offers a 45- to 60-minute interactive show featuring comedy, magic, ventriloquism with Darryl the Dinosaur and a live bunny. Balloon sculptures for all. Birthday child stars in the show with some guests performing, too. Average price $165. Offers show customization, plus a photography and videotaping service.
phone: (401) 578-9399
Children learn to juggle scarves, balls and clubs, spin plates, walk on stilts, twirl rings and tame the devil stick in this 45- to 60-minute workshop. Basic price is $175.
location: North Smithfield
phone: (401) 356-0149
Full-color caricatures drawn with markers. Each drawing original (bodies not pre-drawn). $75 per hour plus materials. Two-hour minimum, 10 drawings per hour.
phone: (401) 467-8749
email: cookie [at] tophatprod.com
website: www.tophatprod.com/cookie
Magic show includes colorful magic illusions (there’s a special trick for birthday child) and involves the whole audience. Cookie ends her 45-minute show by making balloon animals for all. Prices start at $125 depending on distance traveled and number of people.
contact: Karen Sacchetti
phone: (401) 368-4995
email: creativeyoga [at] msn.com
Parties at your venue for ages 5 and up. Themes include (but are not limited to): animal adventure, birds of a feather, flower fantasy, Hawaiian luau, outer space explorers, and under the sea. One-hour program is $125, includes music, props and yoga mats.
phone: (401) 351-2927
email: info [at] socialdanceschool.com
website: www.socialdanceschool.com
Travel around the world without leaving your home. At parties for kids 4 and up, Anastasia Christie takes guests around the world through the rhythms of Russian Quadrille, Polish polka, German waltz, Cuban cha-cha, South American meregue, American swing and more. $100 for a 1-hour dance journey. Available for adult parties as well.
contact: Donna Lepore
phone: (401) 725-3036
Will dress as Raggedy Ann, French Painter or whatever fits your theme. No party too big or small.
location: Coventry
contact: Judy Rubenstein
phone: (401) 823-7272
Children’s birthday parties include a half-hour comedy and magic show and a half-hour of face painting or balloon sculpting. The birthday child is Gabby’s helper; there is group participation as well. Also available is Mr. Bumbles the Clown. Prices start at $95 per hour depending on distance traveled and number of children.
contact: Joe Corso
phone: (401) 942-5154
email: adspec [at] cox.net
Artist applies colorful tattoos that last from 7 to 10 days (or they can be removed immediately) with an airbrush gun using non-toxic, FDA-approved paints. Designs may be chosen from extensive line of stencils. No minimum or maximum number of guests. Fee is $175 for two hours.
location: PO Box 2036, Pawtucket, RI 02861
or 100 East Street, Cranston, RI (by appointment only)
contact person: Marni MacLean Karro
phone: 401-724-8704
email: mmk@jackssnacks.com
website: www.jackssnacks.com
description: Bring your “other” child to the Jack’s Snacks booth at your local farmers’ market or festival. Specializing in handmade treats for your dog using human grade and local ingredients. Check out the biscuit mix, a great rainy day activity. We also do bake your own biscuit birthday parties for the kids!
Kidoinfo deal: Mention Kidoinfo at one of our farmers’ market locations and get a free treat!
phone: (401) 732-4176
Variety entertainment family shows. Balloon art, guitar songs, magic, juggling, unicycle and more for stage shows, schools, day care, birthdays, etc. Also stiltwalking and DJ for bigger events. Prices vary depending on size of show and day of week.
location: 49 Brow St. , Barrington, RI 02806
contact person: Shawn Quigley
phone: (401) 749-4863
email: YouAreTheStar@cox.net
description: Professional DJ & Karaoke Services for all occasions, including schools, service organizations & in your home. You are the star of the show! Contact for price quotes.
cost / admission: Let’s talk about your next event!
Is there a special deal for Kidoinfo readers? Yes
contact: Vini Ames Entertainments, Providence
phone: (877) 239-3066
email: ViniAmes [at] gmail.com
Ninety minutes of fun at your party location. Songs range from nursery rhymes to current hits. All singers get tape recording of their performance song as a party favor. Age-appropriate dance music and contests with prizes are included in the $125 fee. Available for adult parties.
phone: (401) 783-1715
email: info [at] kidscience-ri.com
website: www.kidscience-ri.com
KidScience offers an hour of hands-on science experiments with topics including chemistry, electricity, physics and more. Parties are offered for 4-12 year olds, and kids get to make and take home at least two experiments. Cost is $110 for up to 10 children, $7 for each additional child. Travel costs may apply.
• For Parties or Classes in: Central and Northern RI
contact: Julie Lamin
phone: 401-921-3285
email: rikidzart@cox.net
website: www.kidzart.com
• For Parties or Classes in: Newport County, Bristol County and Southeastern MA
contact: Kristen Thomas
phone: 401-855-0196
email: info@kidzartri.com
website: www.kidzartri.com
KidzArt offers spectacular, age-appropriate, all inclusive, themed party packages for kids of all ages. We’ll handle the prep and clean up, plus provide all the supplies. Our enthusiastic art specialists will lead the non-stop art and imagination action! We can come to your home or help you find a great location. Classes are offered at various schools and locations throughout RI. Call for class dates and locations. If you would like KidzArt to be offered at your childs school please contact us!
location: 23 Turner Street, Providence, R. I. 02908
contact person: Marc Kohler
phone: 401-352-0373
email: marcwkohler#aol.com
website: kohlerchildrensart.com
Multi-disciplinary Artists and. Storyteller, Marc Kohler Nad Frances Slade porvide Face Painitng, Storytelling, Costumed storyelling programs for schools and birthday parties, puppet shows,, art workshops We educate, entertain and excite our audiences or workshop participants, Lee Wyatt, former Program Director for Little Compton Community Center wrote that”…Marc is a very skilled, kind, and compassionate art/teacher. Everyone who worked with this program was asked to evaluate it and the ratings were all excellent. I would certainly recommend him to anyone or organization wishing to utilize his skills. He gave extra of his own time to insure that this program was successful, and we hope to have him back again” Call us today!
cost: $ 100 - $ 750
Kidoinfo Deal: 10% discount when you mention Kidoinfo
phone: (401) 732-2653
Artist Kathy Morris provides professional, hand-painted face designs and body tattoos (cartoon characters, animals, flowers, etc.) that last 2-3 days. $75 for 15 children, $4 each additional child.
contact: Kathy Henriques
phone: (508) 789-5409
Two-hour party at your location with a choice of theme. Princess, Ballerina, Under the Sea or Dolly & Me tea party are the choices for ages 3-6; Glitz and Glamour or Scrapbooking for ages 7-11. Parties include invitations, dresses, jewelry, boas and tiaras; cake plates, napkins, tablecloth, forks, tea cups and pink “tea,” a photo of each child, a photo holder to decorate and games with prizes. Base price is $195 for up to 10 children; $10 for additional children with a maximum of 16.
locations in Southern MA & RI
phone: (800) 748-7065
email: MadScience@comcast.net
website: www.madscience.org/locations/southernmass/
We spark the imaginations and curiosity of children in grades pre-K to 5 by providing them with fun, safe, entertaining, and educational activities. And, we bring this to you in school, after school, at birthday parties, summer camps, and more! “Turn on” to science!
phone: (401) 822-7721
One-hour birthday parties, any age, prices vary according to size of group and distance traveled. Every child gets a balloon figure.
phone: (508) 226-1745
It’s More Than Magic: Interactive comedy magic show has a variety of magic and musical antics featuring “Ups — The World’s Only Rabbit Guitar.” Fee is $125 for a 45-minute show.
contact: (401) 273-8448
A 30- to 45-minute magic show with time depending on the audience (ideal age 6-12 years old). The show involves comedy, audience participation and a special effect involving the guest of honor. Afterward, balloon animals for all. Prices vary depending on date, travel.
contact: Olga S. Hawwa
location: North Providence
phone: (401) 353-4656
Birthday parties conducted by certified image consultant for girls 12 and older at your location. $15 per person.
location: 11 Bristol Ave, Pawtucket, RI 02861
contact person: Shanthi Muthu
phone: 401-305-5265
email: shanthi_yoga@yahoo.com
website: manishayogadance.webs.com
description: Unique India Theme’d BIRTHDAY PARTIES, and events.
• Are you looking for new ways to celebrate your birthday or family reunion or your anniversary or any other special event?
• Are you ready to turn that special day into something truly memorable?
• Then why not include some fun, educational, informational activities from the colorful, diverse India with her rich culture?
• Whether it is something you want to just sit and watch or you want it participatory, we have many options.
DAY CARE CENTERS : You can arrange each of these as separate workshops, or have a day of “Amazing India” with all of these.
cost: Can be discussed to make everyone happy
Kidoinfo Deal: YES
phone: (978) 562-1158
email: MarkDSea [at] aol.com
website: www.caricaturenow.com
Professional caricaturist does approximately 10 single color caricatures per hour, 15 if done in black and white. $125 per hour; 3-hour minimum.
location: 25 Charles Street, East Providence, RI 02914
contact person: Marvin Novogrodski
phone: 401-578-9399
email: marv@marvmarv.com
website: www.marvmarv.com
description: Marvelous Marvin has been performing for children for over 25 years. He has programs that range from Pre-K through 8th grade. His programs are tailored to meet the needs of the audience. Performing in schools, libraries, parties, recreation centers, camps, etc…Marvin has excellent programs which include “The Magic of Science”, “How The Body Works”, “Bugging Out”, ” The Science/Dance Experience, ” A Circus Arts Workshop” and a new show for 2011 called “Math Blast”. Check out streaming video on his web site at www.marvmarv.com.
Suggest appropriate categories: Pre-K through 8th graders
cost / admission: Price varies depending on size of event.
Kidoinfo Deal: Yes
contact: Nicole D. Ragosta
location: Greenville
phone: (401) 949-4978
Mrs. D offers a wide variety of children’s and family entertainment, including storytelling with “Benson” the wisecracking sheep dog. Over 40 different games available, all set to music. Children can become puppeteers, or have a chance to sing and tell jokes with Benson. Mrs. D can spin the latest songs for a Dance Party with all types of music for all age groups. Parties and performances customized for appropriate age group. Crafts available. Can accommodate 5 to 200 children. The 1-hour performances start at $100.
contact: Christopher “Kavi” Carbone
phone: (401) 846-9014
email: bpresents [at] earthlink.net
website: www.arts-in-celebration.com
Interactive performances and events for the whole family with themes tailored to child’s interest. Two types of parties: “Story & Song Celebration” with a combination of storytelling and musical activities, or “Music Celebration” with focus on music and movement. From infants to age 8. Prices $125 to $175 depending on location and length of performance (usually 45 minutes).
contact: Lindsay Adler
location: Providence
phone: (401) 274-9557
Adler, a multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, elementary school teacher and nationally syndicated illustrator, will bring lively, interactive songs and activities to any birthday party. Face painting is also available; designs vary depending on size of party. Parties can have music, face painting or both. Fees start at about $100 per 30- to 45-minute set and are negotiable; number of children is dependent on activity.
phone: (860) 572-5955, ext. 520
location: Mystic, CT
The aquarium helps you celebrate in your home with a one-hour private learning experience with an aquarium instructor leading a program chosen according to birthday child’s interest and age: ocean locomotion for ages 4-6, explore the shore for ages 7-9, and amazing sharks for ages 10-13, plus a Touch and Learn session with various sea creatures. $195 ($180 members). Maximum number of children is 30. Location must be within a 75-mile radius of aquarium. Available 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday-Saturday in July and August; weekends only September to June.
phone: (401) 464-8293
Gail Radloff of Nails by Gail. Parties at your home include glitter and hair braiding with beads or barrettes, makeup, games, body art, mini manicures and pedicures, toe rings, favors and crafts and party goods supplied for pinatas. Minimum of 5 girls, maximum 50; prices start at $10 per person plus cost of supplies and service.
phone: (401) 247-1719
This traveling stuffed animal workshop comes to your party location. For one hour, staff plays games with guests and conducts the workshop, in which kids stuff and fluff and dress their own animal (25 to choose from, with lots of accessories). Prices start at $13 per child.
phone: (401) 481-5737
website: www.noasart.net
Noa Teplow Juarez, artist and instructor, draws black-and-white caricatures of guests at parties. It takes about 5-10 minutes per person, and kids can choose from more than 40 backgrounds. Price is $180 for up to 10 people, $10 per additional person.
phone: (401) 732-2706
Offers a wide variety of costumed characters, storytelling, face painting and spin art for all ages. A half-hour show usually consists of 25 minutes of song and dance and 5 minutes for pictures. Fee is $100 for weekdays and $120 for weekends, with an extra charge for travel outside of Cranston and Warwick. Longer and shorter appearances may be arranged. Characters range from Santa Claus and the Easter Bunny to Explorer Dora and other children’s favorites from movies and TV.
location: 211 Waterman St., Unit 6, Providence, RI, 02906
contact person: Simon McEntire
phone: 401-369-9566
email: simon@oceanstatecircus.com
website: www.oceanstatecircus.com
description: Let your child have fun and express their creativity with Ocean State Circus Performers! An all-local group focused on using circus and movement arts to to let kids play, discover and explore, OSCP offers both classes and performance. Check out our website to see a sample video!
cost / admission: Some free, others vary by offering
categories: Entertainment, classes, party-people, classes-art, classes-dance drama
phone: (401) 827-5086
website: www.juditdance.com
Magicians, clowns, costumed characters, superheroes, princesses and Hawaiian dancers are available to attend your child’s party. Character fees start at $145 locally for a half-hour appearance which includes mini bouquet of balloons or character balloon, special gift, novelty dances, games and prizes for all. Party Line is a division of the Judi T. Dance Studio.
phone: (401) 333-2623
Company provides live characters to entertain at parties. One-hour visits; prices depend on charachter.
location: 3 Tisdale Rd., Sharon, Ma. 02067. Classes all over Ma. and RI — different pricing depending on location
contact person: Robyn Parets
phone: 781-784-4848
email: info@pretzelkids.com
website: http://www.pretzelkids.com
description: We offer Pretzel Kids® yoga classes for kids ages 2-16, Pretzel Kids® themed yoga birthday parties and events, and weekend certification trainings for those wishing to teach Pretzel Kids® yoga classes.
Kidoinfo deal: $10 off first class session
phone: (401) 437-0029
email: princessforadayri [at] cox.net
Two-hour Ultimate Princess Tea Party includes full set up and clean up in your home or location, custom invitations, elegant gowns and accessories, full tea menu with china, custom birthday cake, games, crafts, favors and more. Ages 4-9 years old, 8 child minimum, 12 child maximum.
location: West Kingston
phone: (401) 294-4191
email: skadaigle@cox.net
website: www.kangarookids-ri.com
A costumed princess interacts with guests through storytelling and activities. Prices are 1/2-hour, $125; 1 hour, $185; 1 1/2 hours, $225. Included are balloon bouquet, story and game, plus tiaras or gift bags for up to 8 children; additional children $3 to $5 each.
location: But we come TO YOU! Boston MA, Rhode Island, and Southern NH
contact person: Sharon Chase
email: Sharon@PrincessSharon.com
phone: 781-710-1118
website: www.princesssharon.com
description: Boston Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Souther NH area princess birthday parties and entertainment for girls and boys, tea parties, dress-up parties, and other themed events for children, tweens and teens.
Exquisite princess parties, rock star, spa parties for girls, poodle, and more! Sweet 16 and other custom events, birthday party favors, invitations, gifts, and birthday couture! Servicing Boston MA, Rhode Island, and Southern New Hampshire.
cost / admission: Pricing on website
location: Warwick
phone: (401) 461-7841
Puppet shows for ages 2-6. Maximum number of children is 50; prices vary according to show and audience.
phone: (401) 722-0839
website: www.RadioDisney.com
Performs live at children’s parties with non-stop music, games and prizes. Prices vary according to the number of guests and number of talent hired. Includes a “Birthday Shout Out” on Radio Disney on the birthday child’s birthday.
contact: Meagan Krasner
location: We come to you! We are based in Franklin, MA.
phone: 508-212-5071
email: meagankrasner@comcast.net
website: raysoffunyoga.com
Description: Creative birthday parties and events using the Pretzel Kids® Yoga method. Each one hour party uses a creative theme and imaginative games that incorporate breathing techniques, yoga poses and relaxation strategies that teach children to develop inner focus and support self-esteem, balance, strength and confidence—all while having a great time. Parties for 4-15 children, based on your space, and we bring the yoga mats. Plus the birthday child receives a yoga mat to keep!
COST: Pricing begins at $165 and is based on distance traveled.
Regal Reptiles has MOVED our Reptile SUPERSTORE!!
location: 242 Middle Street, Pawtucket, RI 02860
phone: (401) 277-9000
E-mail: beth@regalreptiles.com
website: www.regalreptiles.com
Regal offers a 2-hour party for up to 25 people, which includes 1-hour of hands-on educational entertainment with snakes, lizards, turtles, frogs, bugs and even live alligators. Birthday child is invited into the alligator pond to be photographed with Wallet, a 6 1/2-foot alligator. Remaining time is for cake, pizza, presents, etc. Guests are welcome to come early and stay later to view more than 400 species on display.
phone: (401) 461-2858
email: revlakmagic [at] cox.net
website: www.tophatprod.com/bruce
Wizard magic lessons given to party guests; kids perform magic presented by a wizard instructor. Each graduate receives a wand and diploma. For ages 7 and up. Prices begin at $175 depending on size of group and distance traveled.
website: www.rock-a-baby.net
locations:
- Providence, RI - JCC, 401 Elmgrove Ave.
phone: 401-524-7113
- Warwick, RI - Bellani Maternity, 1276 Bald Hill Road
phone: 401-234-1279, website: http://www.bellanimaternity.com
- Barrington, RI - Temple Habonim, 165 New Meadow Road
phone: 401-524-7113
- Sharon, MA – Sharon Community Center, 219 Massapoag Avenue
phone: 781-795-0510, email: south@jccgb.org
Rock-a-Baby is an interactive music program for infants and toddlers 4 months to 4 years. Parents come along for the class or concert as we introduce the stars of our show - Melody, Rhythm and Harmony. Every week we discover a new theme through music and dance - exploring simple musical concepts through live and recorded sound. Children experience everything from Beethoven and Bach to rap and rock! R-a-B runs in 6 to 12 week sessions and classes are 45 minutes each. And if you can’t get enough in class, you can purchase our CDs and books to sing along at home… and we do birthday parties and events!
For current class schedule and additional info visit www.rock-a-baby.net or contact Marc Trachtenberg at 401.524.7113 or info@rock-a-baby.net
contact: Russ DeSimone
phone: (401) 640-6453
A 40-minute comedy-circus show including magic, balloon sculptures, puppets and surprises for the birthday child. Designed to make the audience feel as if they’ve joined the circus for the day. Fees start at $125.
contact: Brenda Squizzero
phone: (508) 676-6169
email: squizz16 [at] comcast.net
Birthday guests make their own photo album, learning how to decorate their book, crop their pictures and preserve their memories in a 1 1/2-hour workshop. Best for 5 to 8 children ages 8 and up. Cost is $3 per child, plus purchase of albums and other materials.
location: Westerly, RI
contact person: Rochelle Weinrauch
phone: 401-603-8520
email: simplyenchantedparty@gmail.com
website: www.simplyenchantedparty.com
description: Rhode Island’s premiere fairy tale experience! Invite a singing princess to your next birthday party or special event! Feel confident that when you reserve with Simply Enchanted, you are hiring professional actor, singer, and entertainer dedicated to creating once-in-a-lifetime memories.
No detail is too small. From the handmade movie/theme park quality costumes to the singing and character-specific mannerisms, your guests will have no doubt our characters have just stepped out of your favorite storybook.
Not just for girls! Simply Enchanted now offers Peter Pan & Flynn! Peter Pan can do a Neverland party with or without Tinker Bell and Flynn is available with Rapunzel.
Contact Simply Enchanted and bring some magic to your next birthday party or special event today!
contact: Sparky Davis
location: Cranston
phone: (401) 467-0159
website: www.sparkyspuppets.com
Colorful hand puppets dramatize favorite children’s stories with lively humor and plenty of audience interaction. For ages 3-10. Each performance includes three stories. Prices start at $135.
location: 68 Vincent Drive, Attleboro, Mass. 02703
contact person: Steve Zany
phone: 508-761-0716
website: http://www.zanymagic.com
description: Steve Zany has been named Best Local Kids Party Entertainer in Nickelodeon’s Parents’ Pick Awards. Available for any type of party or event for kids of all ages.
cost / admission: A variety of packages available based on client’s needs
Is there a special deal for Kidoinfo readers? Free magic kit for the birthday child by mentioning Kidoinfo
phone: (401) 943-2159
email: goodheartpro [at] aol.com
website: www.goodheartpro.com
Clare Vadeboncoeur offers a variety of interactive storytelling performances for children, families and adults. Programs include The Snow Queen, a magical journey into the wonders of winter through stories and songs; Mother Nature, a playful exploration into the natural world through stories, songs, poems and puppets; Once Upon a Medieval Time: A Medley of Myth, Merry & Mischief, an interactive performance packed full of original and traditional stories, songs, poems and dance that explore the middle ages; Out of My Mime!, a one-woman concert that is funny, clever and full of heart.
location: Lincoln
phone: (401) 725-5685 or 729-0427
website: www.underthebumbershoot.com
Tea party birthday package includes tea set-up, paper products, cake, dress-up accessories, entertainment, invitations. Theme packages available; price depends on theme. Minimum 10 children.
Contact: Kelly Clarke
phone: (401) 255-4320 or (401) 226-1476
Birthday girl chooses from four party themes: Peppermint Foot Fun, Spa Experience, Your Faces Are Forever and Makeup Fun Time. $140 for 1 hour of services for up to 10 children, each additional child $8.
location: CT RI MA
contact person: Lori Alicchio
phone: 401-641-8533
email: the_carnival_party@yahoo.com
website: www.thecarnivalparty.com
description: We bring the Carnival to you! The Carnival Party sets up your location for an afternoon of fun and games: Face Painting, Spin Art, Mini Carnival Games, Ticket Booth, Carnival Music, Flag Decorations and MORE! We offer Full Party services where we run the party for you… as well as Carnival Rentals where you use our stuff and do the show yourself! Lots of fun! Very unique, all games are designed and custom built by The Carnival Party, LLC!
Kidoinfo Deal: Mention Kidoinfo and receive a Free Popcorn Machine Rental with a Carnival Party.
phone: (401) 822-7721
An hour-long interactive magic show including comedy, volunteers, special surprises and balloon sculptures for everyone. Birthday child helps make a live rabbit appear. Corporate and adult-oriented shows also available. Fees start at $125.
location: Johnston
phone: (401) 934-0344
website: www.blackemagic.com
An interactive magic show consisting of live animals, audience participation and balloon sculptures for all children. Birthday child becomes the star, doing a special trick during the approximately 45-minute show. Also available are strolling magic shows for both children and adults, and a comedy magic and escape show for adults, and a magic workshop for children designed to teach them the basics of magic. Fee varies depending on location.
phone: (401) 943-BIRD
website: www.theparrotlady.com
The Parrot Lady brings four parrots that talk and do tricks for guests ages 3 and up. For example, one parrot pushes a shopping cart and sinks a basketball in a hoop, while another parrot talks and names fruits and veggies. Children get to hold and pet one parrot. Birthday child receives three presents and guests receive two. Shows are 1 hour or 30 minutes. Prices determined by location of party.
phone: (401) 727-2509
website: www.providencedancingcop.com
“Tony the Dancing Cop,” made famous by his acrobatic traffic directing on the streets of Providence, visits birthday children. The child will get a birthday song, a Dancing Cop doll and an 8-by-10 action photo. Performance includes audience participation, complete with steering wheels, sound effects and music. Autographs, whistles, “deputy” pins included.
phone: (401) 742-3561
A full-size school bus turned into a kid-size gym will come to birthday parties or any special event for ages 2 and up. With all the seats out and carpet and padding installed on the floors and walls, the children get to jump, swing, bounce and ride on the Zipline. Each party includes up to 15 guests for 1 hour of games and activities, a Tumblebus T-shirt for the host, invitations and a party photo. Price is dependent on party location.
location: Warwick
phone: (401) 732-8138
Balloon and magic comedy show for ages 1-8.
phone: (401) 447-7126
website: www.aswaterman.com/whodunnit
Professional actors come to your party location and perform an interactive murder mystery which guests solve from clues seen and heard in the show (can be customized to include personal information). Another option is to have guests included in the play. Depending on type of show and number of guests, 1-hour shows are $400 to $900. Minimum 12 guests age 10 and up, maximum 100.
phone: (401) 270-3643
email: madisun75 [at] yahoo.com
Magic of Stars adventure parties for ages 3 to 9. Personalized stories, retold fairy and hero tales, nature and animal stories and cultural myths to encourage nonviolence and allow children to discover that they are all super heroes(ines) and stars. Children will learn how to use their natural super hero powers and that true beauty comes from within. Each story involves poetry, dance, music and handcrafted visual aids. Fee is $200 for 1 1/2 hours and includes a handbound, illustrated booklet for the birthday child. Guests receive a T-shirt as a party favor. Maximum group size of 12 for young ones and 20 for older.
location: 10 Ash St Cumberland, RI 02864
contact: Barbara Cadieux
phone: toll free 1-888-WISHKER
email: support@wishkers.com
website: www.wishkers.com
Wishkers are not just another stuffed animal to store on a shelf. At one of my workshops, children select, hand stuff and fill their Wishker with their wishes. I travel to your location whether it is for a birthday party, day care center, fundraisers etc so there is no need to take the children to the mall.
phone: (401) 846-9014
email: bpresent [at] earthlink.net
website: www.arts-in-celebration.com
Fun, creative movement activities where guests ages 5 to 10 dance and party to world-beat music. Sparkles and glitter for all. Themes available include Middle-Eastern and Afro-Caribbean. Prices are $125 to $195 depending on location and length of program (usually 45 minutes). Available for adult parties.
phone: (401) 294-8557
email: puppetry [at] earthlink.net
Offers interactive or story-based shows (30 to 45 minutes) using carved marionettes in the Czech tradition as well as puppet-making workshops (60 minutes). Prices vary; can accommodate very small to large audiences.
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